Ralf Rangnick said his Manchester United side performed "better than expected" as he began his reign as interim manager with a narrow victory over Crystal Palace.
But two mistakes in the midfield after the break were ruthlessly punished by Palace, leaving us staring at the prospect of a fourth league defeat of the season.
But the Gunners bounced back with a resounding 5-0 victory over Crystal Palace in the league on Saturday. "This match was so important to build the momentum again," England winger Saka told TNT Sports.
Erik ten Hag felt Wout Weghorst did 'quite well' on his Manchester United debut, as the loan signing started the 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace on Wednesday night.
Eberechi Eze then netted a superb bicycle kick from close range and Emerson Palmieri turned into his own net under pressure from Daniel Munoz for Palace's third of the afternoon.
Michael Olise's 95th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot earned Crystal Palace a 2-2 draw at Manchester City, denting their hosts' title hopes with a third consecutive home draw.
Sources said some monarchs from across South East were already at the palace at about 11am, when a huge detachment of police and military men arrived and sealed the palace.