Why Anthony Martial is missing for Manchester United vs Crystal Palace

Manchester United face Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon.

Updated: July 05, 2023 at 9:28 am GMT+1

Manchester United play host to Crystal Palace in a Premier League match at 3 pm on Saturday.

Manchester United head into the game having seen their league form drop off somewhat.

The Red Devils mounted a title charge for about a week but a loss to Arsenal and a draw with Saturday’s opponents Crystal Palace has seen United slip down to 4th.

Ahead of the game, Manchester United released their team news an hour before kick-off. There were a few notable absentees, the main one, of course, being Christian Eriksen.

Marcel Sabitzer has been brought in to cover for the Dane, but he starts on the bench with Fred instead partnering Casemiro in the pivot.

Elsewhere, Anthony Martial has been left out of the matchday squad, with an explanation having since been provided for the Frenchman’s absence.

As per Carl Anka: “Martial is not in the #MUFC squad today. Understand he is carrying another injury.”