Manchester United suffered one of the worst defeats in their history, losing 12-11 on penalties to fourth-tier Grimsby Town after a 2-2 draw in the League Cup.
Grimsby, cheered on by their 9,000 fans at Blundell Park, raced into a two-goal lead through Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren. Despite a late United rally with goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire, the Red Devils collapsed in the shootout, with Mbeumo missing the decisive spot-kick.
The defeat piles pressure on manager Ruben Amorim, already under scrutiny after a poor Premier League start. United, 20-time English champions, finished 15th last season and were banking on cup competitions for silverware.
Despite fielding big-money signings like Benjamin Sesko and Mason Mount, United struggled. Goalkeeper Andre Onana endured a torrid night, flapping at crosses and raising speculation over a possible move for Belgian keeper Senne Lammens.
Grimsby, facing United for the first time since 1948, hailed the victory as historic. For United, the loss further highlights their decline and crisis of confidence.
