Match detail
In a stunning upset, fourth-tier Grimsby Town defeated Premier League giants Manchester United in the second round of the Carabao Cup. The match ended in a 2-2 draw after regulation time, with Grimsby prevailing in a marathon penalty shootout, winning 12-11. The result is considered one of the most embarrassing defeats in Manchester United's recent history.
Information
Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Time: 8:00 p.m. BST (12:30 a.m. IST on August 28)
Venue: Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire, England
Competition: Carabao Cup (EFL Cup) Second Round
Final Score: Grimsby Town 2-2 Manchester United (Grimsby won 12-11 on penalties)
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Goals:
Grimsby Town: Charles Vernam (22'), Tyrell Warren (30')
Manchester United: Bryan Mbeumo (75'), Harry Maguire (89')
Penalty Shootout:
The shootout was a dramatic, long-running affair with both goalkeepers even scoring. It was finally decided when Manchester United's Bryan Mbeumo missed his second penalty of the shootout, hitting the crossbar.
Players:
Grimsby Town: Goalkeeper Christy Pym was a standout performer, making several crucial saves during the match and in the shootout. Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren were the goalscorers who gave their team a shocking 2-0 lead.
Manchester United: Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire scored the late goals that forced the match into penalties.
Umpire/Referee: Tony Harrington
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