Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew has expressed his determination to lead his team to a bounce-back performance against Manchester United in their upcoming Premier League clash on Saturday. The 32-year-old striker, who captained the Eagles for the first time during their recent Carabao Cup match against Manchester United, is eager to rally his teammates and secure a better result after their 3-0 defeat.
Crystal Palace faced Manchester United in the Carabao Cup, suffering a 3-0 loss. However, they are set to square off against the Red Devils again at Old Trafford in the ongoing English Premier League.
Jordan Ayew, reflecting on the Carabao Cup defeat, acknowledged that Manchester United was the better team on the night. However, he expressed confidence that the upcoming Premier League match on Saturday would present a different challenge, and the team is determined to perform at their best.
“We know they were just better than us tonight, and we just need to go back home, recover, and get ready for Saturday because Saturday’s going to be a different game,” Ayew stated.
The defeat in the Carabao Cup has added to Crystal Palace’s desire and motivation to secure a victory on Saturday. The team is eager to bounce back and deliver an improved performance for their fans. Their last Premier League victory came against Wolves with a 3-2 scoreline, and they are looking to return to winning ways.
As of now, Crystal Palace sits 10th in the Premier League standings with eight points from six games. Jordan Ayew’s leadership and determination will be crucial as they aim to climb the league table with a positive result against Manchester United.