Crystal Palace’s English defender Nathaniel Clyne (left) challenges Manchester United’s Argentine midfielder Alejandro Garnacho during the Premier League match at Old Trafford on 4 February 2023. The photo, taken by Lindsey Parnaby (AFP), is restricted to editorial use and may not be combined with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club or league logos, or “live” services. Online in‑match usage is limited to 120 images, with an additional 40 images permitted during extra time. No video emulation is allowed, and social‑media in‑match use follows the same limits. The image cannot be used in betting publications, games, or any single‑club, league, or player publications.
Ten‑man Manchester United cemented their grip on third place with a 2‑1 victory over Crystal Palace. Two days before the anniversary of the 1958 Munich air disaster, which claimed the lives of eight United players returning from a match against Red Star Belgrade, Old Trafford held an emotional pre‑match tribute to the victims. In the seventh minute, United were awarded a penalty after VAR confirmed Will Hughes handled Marcus Rashford’s cross; Bruno Fernandes calmly converted from the spot. Rashford doubled United’s lead in the 62nd minute with a composed finish from Luke Shaw’s cross. United were reduced to ten men in the 70th minute when Brazil midfielder Casemiro grabbed Will Hughes by the throat. Jeff Schlupp’s strike in the 76th minute set up a tense finish, but United held on to secure their sixth successive home league win—the first such run since 2017. (AFP)
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