Manchester United climbed to fourth place in the Women's Super League after securing a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace, with captain Maya Le Tissier marking her 150th appearance for the club with a spectacular goal.

United took control early in the contest and broke the deadlock in the 18th minute through Le Tissier.

The defender received a pass from Jess Park approximately 25 yards from goal before firing a low effort into the bottom corner.

The goal provided a fitting celebration for the 24-year-old, who had been presented with a framed shirt carrying the inscription 'Le Tissier 150' ahead of the match.

Palace returned from the interval with greater attacking intent as they attempted to get back into the game. Bethany England came close to equalising, but her effort rolled narrowly wide of the post.

United remained dangerous going forward and eventually doubled their advantage through Elisabeth Terland.

Park was again the provider, finding the forward with a well-timed pass into the penalty area before Terland calmly finished to register her third league goal of the campaign.

The result moves Manchester United to fourth in the standings, just one point behind London City Lionesses, who have an opportunity to strengthen their position when they face Arsenal on Sunday.

Crystal Palace, meanwhile, remain 11th after failing to find a response against United.

The victory gives Manchester United an important boost in their pursuit of a higher league position.