United Crash Out of Carabao Cup to Grimsby Town as Amorim Apologizes to Fans

Quest FM TV News – Manchester United’s nightmare start to the season worsened on Wednesday night as they crashed out of the Carabao Cup, suffering a shocking defeat to League Two side Grimsby Town in the second round.

The match, which ended in heartbreak for United fans, saw the Red Devils eliminated after a dramatic penalty miss from Bryan Mbuemo in the twelfth round of the shootout. Despite boasting new signings and high expectations under manager Ruben Amorim, the club remains winless since the campaign began, raising serious concerns about their trajectory.

Speaking after the upset, Amorim admitted his disappointment and placed full responsibility on the team’s lackluster performance. “I think the team and the players spoke really loud… we lost, the best team won,” he told Sky Sports.

When pressed on why United looked so exposed in the first half, Amorim conceded: “…not just the space, the way we started the game without any intensity… we were completely lost and it’s hard to explain. That’s why I think they spoke really loud.”

The Portuguese coach offered a heartfelt apology to the fans, acknowledging their unwavering loyalty despite the string of poor results. “I just want to say I’m really sorry to the fans. The support they give me, the support that they are always with, even in all the defeats… today I have nothing to say apart from sorry,” Amorim said.

Making his season debut, goalkeeper Andre Onana came under heavy criticism for both of Grimsby’s goals. In the 22nd minute, he allowed Charles Vernam’s low drive to beat him at the near post, before a mistimed punch just eight minutes later gifted Tyrell Warren a simple tap-in.

However, Amorim refused to pin the defeat solely on his goalkeeper. “With all due respect, when you play against a fourth division team, it’s not the goalkeeper, it’s everything,” he emphasized.

The loss has fueled mounting pressure on United’s manager and squad, as doubts grow over whether drastic changes may be required to salvage the season. For now, the shock exit to a fourth-tier side will go down as one of the most humbling moments in the club’s recent history.

Report by: Akise Progress | Edited by: Chris Odjomah