In one of the biggest upsets in English football history, League Two side Grimsby Town have eliminated Manchester United from the Carabao Cup following a dramatic penalty shootout on August 27, 2025.
The Red Devils, who entered the competition in the second round due to their absence from European competitions this season, suffered a shocking exit at the hands of a team three divisions below them in the English football pyramid.
Grimsby Town stunned the visitors by taking a commanding two-goal lead in the first half. Charles Vernam opened the scoring before Tyrell Warren doubled the advantage, sending the home supporters into wild celebrations.
Manchester United mounted a late comeback with substitute Bryan Mbeumo pulling one back before Harry Maguire equalized with a powerful header in the 89th minute to force the match directly to penalties, as per the competition's regulations.
The penalty shootout extended to 11 spot-kicks between the two teams before Mbeumo, who had earlier scored in regular time, hit the crossbar with his effort, confirming Grimsby Town's historic victory.
This result ranks among the most significant giant-killings in Carabao Cup history and represents a major embarrassment for Manchester United, who will now focus solely on domestic competitions this season.
The defeat adds pressure on United ahead of their upcoming Premier League fixture against Brighton, as questions about their form and consistency continue to mount.
For Grimsby Town, the victory marks one of the greatest nights in the club's history and secures their place in the third round of the competition, where they could potentially face another Premier League giant.
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