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Grimsby Town stun Manchester United: Carabao Cup epic decided 12-11 on penalties
Posted by Clare Appleyard

Grimsby Town stun Manchester United: Carabao Cup epic decided 12-11 on penalties

League Two side Grimsby Town knocked Manchester United out of the Carabao Cup with a 12-11 penalty shootout win after a 2-2 draw at Blundell Park. Goals from Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren put the hosts 2-0 up before United hit back through Mbeumo and Harry Maguire. In front of 8,747 fans, Grimsby held their nerve to reach the next round and add a new chapter to their cup folklore.