• Draw was initially scheduled for 9/11
• Queen Postponed because of Elizabeth’s demise
• Added to crucial race for Crimson Devils

WHAT HAPPENED? The Crimson Devils noticed a visit to Selhurst Park penned for 9/11. Queen Postponed after Elizabeth’s death. After United and Palace eradicated the necessity for FA Cup third-round replays in 2022-23, the competitors now has a revised historical past and is packed right into a fixture-packed schedule. – Crimson Devils beat Everton 3-1 whereas Eagles misplaced 2-1 to Southampton.

WHY THIS DATE FOR MAN UTD? January 18 was chosen by the Premier League as a result of United is not going to have one other free midweek. Carabao Cup, stay in Europa League and requires replay in upcoming FA Cup competitions. An announcement confirming the reissue learn: “The Premier League apologizes to followers for the late notification in confirming this fixture and understands their frustration. Whereas the league tried to supply as a lot discover as attainable for rescheduling, the distinctive circumstances round this fixture meant that was not attainable.”

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BIG PICTURE: United will head to south London 4 days after making a derby appointment with Manchester Metropolis at Previous Trafford and 4 days earlier than heading to Emirates Stadium for a gathering with present Premier League leaders Arsenal. United are presently fourth on the desk, 9 factors behind the Gunners and simply 4 factors behind their arch-rival Metropolis.