Aston Villa fell to a 3-0 defeat at Manchester United's hands on Thursday evening, their last game before facing Crystal Palace.
Before the Eagles take them on at Villa Park, here are three key takeaways from the Red Devils game worth watching.
Go direct
Villa preferred to allow United time on the ball on Thursday, dropping back and seeking to hold their collective shape against the Red Devils.
This can result in preventing an attack from building, as teams seek to pass their way into an opening once the defending side lose shape.