Can Henderson Fly?

For the question, Can Henderson Fly?, my answer will be, ‘yes he can, and he did it in the latest match’. Crystal Palace and Manchester United played out a goalless draw at Selhurst Park, with goalkeepers Andre Onana and Dean Henderson delivering standout performances to keep their sides level in a thrilling Premier League encounter.

Manchester United dominated possession early on, but it was a tale of missed chances and superb goalkeeping. Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes came closest to breaking the deadlock for United in the first half, with both hitting the crossbar within seconds of each other.

Andre Onana proved crucial in maintaining the clean sheet for Manchester United, producing a spectacular double save in the 65th minute that kept the scoreline intact. His quick reflexes denied Eberechi Eze’s close-range effort and the subsequent rebound, showcasing why he’s becoming a key figure under Erik ten Hag.

Meanwhile, Crystal Palace’s Dean Henderson, facing his former club, also had a night to remember, making a series of vital saves. Henderson thwarted multiple United attempts, earning him the Player of the Match award. His shot-stopping abilities ensured Palace held on to a valuable point despite United’s early dominance.

Despite the defensive heroics, both teams will be frustrated by their lack of cutting edge in front of goal. Ten Hag expressed his dissatisfaction post-match, lamenting United’s missed opportunities: “We had total control of the game. The only thing was in the box, where we needed to be more clinical.”\

The draw extends Palace’s winless start to the season, raising concerns about their ability to convert performances into victories. For United, it’s another missed opportunity to capitalize on their chances, leaving them with seven points from five matches.

In the end, the spotlight remained on the two goalkeepers, whose brilliance overshadowed the lack of finishing from both teams.