Carabao Cup Shock: Manchester United Knocked Out by Grimsby Town!
Manchester United suffered a historic humiliation last night in the Carabao Cup second round, crashing out to League Two side Grimsby Town after a dramatic penalty shootout.
✅ Full-Time: Grimsby 2–2 Manchester United
✅ Penalty Shootout: Grimsby wins 12–11
What Happened?
United got off to the worst possible start as André Onana’s errors gifted Grimsby two early goals from Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren.
The Red Devils fought back in the second half, with Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire leveling the score.
Extra time couldn’t separate the sides, leading to a marathon penalty shootout.
In the end, Grimsby triumphed 12–11, sending Old Trafford into shock.
Historic Upset!
This marks United’s first-ever defeat to a fourth-tier club in the League Cup—one of the most embarrassing results in recent memory.
What Did Amorim Say?
Manager Rúben Amorim apologized to fans and admitted “everything went wrong.” He stressed that major changes are needed in the squad’s mentality and performance.
🔴 Questions now loom large over the players’ desire and United’s season ambitions.
✍️ Zorama Peter Paul
