EPL: Crystal Palace Hold Man Utd As Winning Streak Halts At Nine [VIDEO]

Manchester United's hopes of moving second in the Premier League were scuppered as Michael Olise's stunning last-gasp equaliser earned Crystal Palace a 1-1 home draw on Wednesday.

United were poised for a 10th successive victory in all competitions for the first time since 2009 thanks to Bruno Fernandes's goal shortly before halftime.

But they were rocked in the 91st minute when Olise's superb left-footed free-kick found the top corner.

The week has been dominated by talk of British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's ownership bid for England's most decorated club as it seeks to restore its former glory.

But whatever is happening off the pitch, on it United were in rude health after the weekend win over Manchester City.

Brimming with confidence they gave a debut to on-loan striker Wout Weghorst, but it was a more familiar face who gave them the lead at a chilly Selhurst Park.

An even first half was almost up when Fernandes was picked out by Christian Eriksen's pass and he fired an unstoppable shot into the net.

United controlled most of the second period but could not hang on as Olise gave Spanish keeper David De Gea no chance with a moment of magic.

Had Erik ten Hag's side claimed the win they would have gone to surprise leaders Arsenal on Sunday knowing victory would put them within three points of the Londoners.

As it is they remained in third place with 39 points, the same as Man City who have a better goal difference. Arsenal have 47 points having played a game less. Man City face fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday.

To add to United's frustration they will go to Arsenal without influential midfielder Casemiro after he received a late yellow card for a rash foul, triggering a suspension.