Overview
- United trailed 2-0 at Blundell Park before late goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire forced a 2-2 draw and an 18-minute shootout.
- Grimsby advanced 12-11 on penalties after misses from Matheus Cunha and, decisively, Mbeumo, whose second attempt hit the crossbar.
- Amorim said Grimsby were "the only team on the pitch" and described his players as "completely lost," then issued an apology to supporters.
- Associated Press notes the result compounds a poor run under Amorim following a 15th-place league finish last season and no wins in three matches this campaign.
- Tabloid and social media reactions reported fans condemning Amorim's touchline demeanor and calling for his dismissal, reflecting intensifying frustration.