Manchester United's Predicted XI against Crystal Palace 

Attackers

Juan Mata

Mata has been deadly from free kicks this season

Mata has been a key playmaker and scored some crucial goals for United this season. Alongside Pogba, he is one of United's most creative players. He is set to start on the right wing and drift to the number 10 position where he is most effective.

While Mata lacks the physique to help on the defensive side of play, he is sharp in creating chances and making forward runs. Mourinho has given him a lot of chances to help the team and that is a sign that he trusts him to deliver.

Anthony Martial

Martial is in hot form

The French duo of Pogba and Martial has combined well this season. Martial has moved from the back of the pecking order to one of the first names on the team sheet. He has been in outstanding form in the last seven games since being brought back into the fold.

Martial prefers playing on the left flank where he can take on defenders. One would fancy him to continue his scoring run against an opponent such as Palace. He also withdrew from the French squad and should be fit for this match.

Alexis Sanchez/Jesse Lingard

Either Sanchez or Lingard could get the nod on Saturday

Sanchez will be deployed as the main striker in this formation. He has not lived up to expectation this season and ultimately left out. Injury to Romelu Lukaku and his dip in form has opened the door for Sanchez and company to step up. He provided an assist as United beat Everton 2-1 in their last home match.

What was seen clearly is that Lukaku's absence gave provision to a more dynamic play instead of typical long balls forward.

Lingard is also a viable option on the wings which would allow Martial to drift more centrally. He scored a sumptuous goal for England against the USA and scored the equaliser against Croatia in the UEFA Nations League. Based on that, Lingard will be full of confidence heading into this match. Regardless of the selection, United need positive results and fast.