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Grimsby Town Stun Manchester United in 26-Kick Shootout to Reach Carabao Cup Third Round

The shock defeat heightens pressure on Rúben Amorim after a faltering start to the season.

Grimsby Town, el humilde equipo de Cuarta División que eliminó al poderoso Manchester United de la Copa de la Liga de Inglaterra. Foto: REUTERS/Chris Radburn
Nuevo desastre del Manchester United.
Bryan Mbeumo falló el último penal para el United. Foto: Especial GH.
El futbolista fue parte de las llegadas en este mercado. Foto: Especial GH.

Overview

  • Fourth-division Grimsby advanced 12-11 on penalties at Blundell Park after a 2-2 draw in the second round.
  • Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren put the hosts 2-0 up in the first half, with André Onana at fault on the second goal.
  • Bryan Mbeumo pulled one back on 75 minutes and Harry Maguire leveled in the 89th to force spot-kicks.
  • The shootout reached 26 attempts and ended when Mbeumo struck the crossbar, prompting a pitch invasion by home supporters.
  • United fielded numerous regulars, with costly signings Matheus Cunha and Mbeumo failing in the decider, intensifying scrutiny of recruitment and the manager.