In a stunning display of underdog spirit, Grimsby Town secured a remarkable victory over Manchester United in the Carabao Cup second round on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
The match, held at Blundell Park in front of a roaring crowd of 8,647 spectators, ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw after 90 minutes, pushing the contest into a penalty shootout. Grimsby Town ultimately triumphed 12-11 in the dramatic penalty decider, marking one of the most memorable moments in the club's history.
Grimsby Town took an early lead with two quick goals. Cody Vernam opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, and Tom Warren doubled the advantage just eight minutes later.
Manchester United, however, fought back in the second half. Bryan Mbeumo pulled one back in the 75th minute, and Harry Maguire equalized in the 89th minute, setting the stage for a tense penalty shootout.
The penalty shootout itself was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams converting their spot-kicks until Grimsby Town sealed the victory with their 12th penalty, leaving Manchester United heartbroken despite their valiant effort.
The victory marks a significant milestone for Grimsby Town, who will now progress to the next round of the Carabao Cup, where they will face another top-tier opponent.
The match was part of a series of high-scoring Carabao Cup encounters this season, with a total of 14 goals scored across four matches, including the incredible shootout between Grimsby Town and Manchester United.
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