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Grimsby Town Stun Manchester United in 26-Penalty Shootout to Seal Carabao Cup Upset

Ruben Amorim apologizes for a 'completely lost' display, facing questions over tactics plus goalkeeping before the transfer deadline.

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Overview

  • League Two Grimsby advanced 12-11 on penalties after a 2-2 draw, handing United their first loss to fourth-tier opposition in this competition.
  • Grimsby led 2-0 through Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren after early errors from André Onana, before Bryan Mbeumo and an 89th‑minute Harry Maguire header forced penalties.
  • The shootout ran to 26 kicks as Onana saved from Clarke Oduor, Matheus Cunha missed a potential winner, and Mbeumo hit the crossbar to decide it.
  • Amorim said his players were "completely lost" and issued an apology, with scrutiny intensifying over his system, selections and the goalkeeping situation.
  • Grimsby manager David Artell called it a "terrific night" as fans celebrated with a pitch invasion, and United now face Burnley on Saturday with late window decisions looming.