Manchester United’s 2–1 win over Crystal Palace delivered goals, drama, and tactical twists — but none of it has dominated the headlines as much as the standout display from Mason Mount. In a stunning post-match revelation, Palace manager Oliver Glasner admitted that he was so impressed by Mount’s performance that he personally approached the midfielder after full-time to request his shirt.
In a league where managers rarely show admiration so openly — especially after a defeat — Glasner’s candid admission spread quickly across social media. His comments have added fuel to the growing discussion around Mount’s resurgence under Rúben Amorim, who seems to have reignited a version of the player many thought was gone after a rocky first season.
Glasner made it clear that Mount was the primary reason Palace struggled to impose themselves. Not Zirkzee. Not Mbemuo. Not even Yoro. In his eyes, Mount was “the engine of everything United created.”
GLASNER’S COMMENTS IN FULL
Addressing reporters after the match, Glasner openly expressed his admiration — a feeling that replaced his initial frustration as the game progressed.
“I asked him for his shirt because he completely outplayed us,” Glasner said. “Mount kept my defenders alert from the first whistle to the last. His energy, intelligence, and ability to drift into dangerous spaces were too much for us. If he keeps performing like this, I’m convinced Manchester United will soon be climbing above Chelsea.”
He went on to explain that every tactical adjustment Palace attempted to limit Mount’s influence simply failed. Whether Mount moved wide, dropped deep, or appeared in pockets between the lines, he constantly disrupted Palace’s plans.
“We spent time preparing for him,” Glasner noted. “We analysed his movements and tried to shut him down. But sometimes you just have to admit the opponent was better.”
The room fell silent — not because Mount played well, but because an opposing manager openly admitted being humbled by an individual performance.
WHY MOUNT STOLE THE SHOW | TACTICAL INSIGHT
Mount’s role under Amorim looks nothing like the confused, unsettled version we saw in his early United period. Against Crystal Palace, he showed exactly why Amorim values him so highly.
1. Relentless Off-Ball Movement
Palace defenders struggled to keep track of him. He constantly rotated between zones, dragging markers out of position and opening up channels for Zirkzee and Fernandes.
2. Press Resistance and Composure
Under pressure, Mount stayed calm, spun out of tight situations, and linked beautifully with Casemiro and Mainoo — especially during Palace’s more aggressive pressing phases.
3. Final-Third Creativity
Mount produced several incisive passes that sliced through Palace’s back line. His awareness and speed of play drove United’s most threatening attacks.
4. Outstanding Physical Output
Even after enduring heavy pressure and several challenges, Mount maintained intensity until the closing moments. Glasner described his stamina as “borderline unreal.”
UNITED FANS REACT WITH EXCITEMENT
Social media erupted as supporters celebrated what many called Mount’s best display since arriving at Old Trafford. Fans compared him to the dynamic, sharp version that thrived under Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea.
There was also a sense of relief — relief that Amorim has finally unlocked what United hoped they were signing.
INSIDE UNITED: AMORIM’S VIEW
Sources close to the club say that Amorim views Mount as a fundamental piece of his tactical project. Those within the dressing room describe Mount as the perfect hybrid player — someone who can press like a forward, orchestrate like a No.10, and cover ground like a classic box-to-box midfielder.
Amorim’s staff believe Mount’s peak is still ahead, and his performance against Palace is only a glimpse of what he can become under this new system.
PALACE PLAYERS SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCE
Even Crystal Palace’s squad echoed their manager’s praise. Several defenders admitted privately that Mount was “a nightmare to deal with,” constantly popping up in unexpected areas and making quick, razor-sharp decisions.
One player put it simply:
“It felt like he was everywhere. You blink, he’s pressing. You look up, he’s receiving. You turn around, he’s already running into space.”
A PERFORMANCE THAT CHANGES PERCEPTIONS
For weeks, questions hovered over whether Mount still deserved a regular place in United’s lineup. This match may have silenced those doubts.
If he continues producing at this level, he won’t just be a key figure for Amorim — he could play a major role in United’s pursuit of a top-four finish.
And with praise coming from opposition coaches, teammates, fans, and insiders at the club, the narrative surrounding him has taken a full turn.
