BREAKING: Fourth division side Grimsby eliminate Man Utd on penalties in Carabao Cup

August 27, 2025 by David Bolarinwa

Fourth division side Grimsby Town have pulled off a stunning upset, eliminating Manchester United from the Carabao Cup after a dramatic 12–11 win on penalties.

The match ended 2-2 apiece after regular time before Grimsby held their nerve in a marathon shootout to dump the Premier League giants out of the competition.

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This shock defeat adds to Manchester United’s downturn, increasing pressure on head coach Rúben Amorim, who has struggled to steady the club amid a run of inconsistent performances.