Grimsby Town 2-2 Man United: Goals and Highlights
Grimsby Town, a League Two side, pulled off a historic upset by defeating Manchester United 12-11 in a marathon penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in their Carabao Cup second-round match at Blundell Park.
Grimsby Town 2-2 Man United: Grimsby’s Shock Opener
Grimsby stunned United in the 22nd minute. Amad Diallo’s miscontrol led to a collision with Manuel Ugarte, allowing Darragh Burns to deliver a curling cross. Charles Vernam, unmarked at the far post, took the ball down and fired past Andre Onana, who was criticized for not saving the near-post shot, making it 1-0.
Warren Doubles the Lead
In the 30th minute, Grimsby capitalized on another Onana error. Vernam’s short corner was returned, and his sliced delivery saw Onana miss a clearing punch. Tyrell Warren, a former United academy player, walked the ball into an empty net, doubling Grimsby’s lead to 2-0.
Grimsby Town 2-2 Man United: Second-Half Fightback
Manchester United pulled one back in the 75th minute. Substitute Bryan Mbeumo, on at halftime, picked up the ball midfield, beat Jayden Sweeney, and curled a precise shot past Christy Pym, making it 2-1. The goal, Mbeumo’s first for United, sparked hope. Harry Maguire equalized in the 89th minute, heading in a corner by Mount to a 2-2 draw, sending the match to penalties.
Grimsby Town 2-2 Man United: Penalty Shot
Grimsby’s Clarke Oduor and United’s Matheus Cunha had their shots saved early, but 15 consecutive penalties were scored until Mbeumo’s second attempt hit the crossbar in sudden death, handing Grimsby a 12-11 victory. Both goalkeepers, Onana and Pym, scored their penalties, adding to the drama as fans stormed the pitch.
Grimsby Town 2-2 Man United
Grimsby’s victory is their first over Manchester United in 78 years. United’s loss, their first-ever cup exit to a fourth-tier team, intensified pressure on Amorim, who admitted Grimsby were the “best team.” United’s winless start and 15th-place league standing raise concerns.
What’s Next
Grimsby face Sheffield Wednesday in the third round, while Man United take on Newcastle, desperate for a win.
Grimsby Town 2-2 Man United: Goals and Highlights
