Manchester United Goalkeeper admits the reasons why United lost against Grimsby today and its what 80% of Manchester United Fans Expected
Manchester United’s season has been thrown into turmoil after a shocking EFL Cup exit at the hands of League Two side Grimsby Town. The Red Devils stumbled to a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford, only to collapse in a marathon penalty shootout that ended 12-11 in favor of the underdogs. It was one of the most humiliating defeats in the club’s recent history, but the drama didn’t end on the pitch.
The real storm came from United’s captain, who openly criticized manager Ruben Amorim’s team selection. In an explosive statement, he made it clear that frustration within the dressing room is now spilling into the public eye: “He was not ready for this stage. He never should have started in such an important match. The blame isn’t on him, it’s on the coach for making that call — and now we are all paying the price.” His words leave little doubt about the growing discontent behind the scenes.
Amorim had raised eyebrows even before kickoff by handing a start to an inexperienced youngster in a crucial role. Many viewed it as a reckless gamble given United’s fragile form, and it quickly backfired. Grimsby capitalized on defensive errors, and though United twice fought back, they never looked convincing. By the time the match went to penalties, the Theatre of Dreams was bracing itself for disaster — and disaster came, as Grimsby held their nerve to produce a historic upset.
For Grimsby, it was a night that will be remembered forever. They fought with grit, frustrated United’s stars, and showed extraordinary composure under the pressure of one of the longest shootouts in English cup history. For their fans, it was a fairytale come true. For United, it was a nightmare that further exposes deep cracks within the team.
The defeat leaves Amorim in an increasingly precarious position. United have been dumped out of a competition they were expected to challenge for, and the captain’s public criticism has only intensified doubts about his leadership. When the figurehead of the squad openly questions the manager’s decisions, the message is loud and clear — confidence in the project is slipping away.
Supporters, too, are furious. Online reactions paint a picture of total frustration: “Out to Grimsby in Round 2? This is rock bottom.” Others insisted, “The captain is right — Amorim’s decisions are destroying us.” Patience among fans appears to have already worn thin.
For United, the damage runs deeper than a single result. They are out of the EFL Cup at the earliest stage, embarrassed on home soil by a lower-league side, and facing open divisions in the squad. With confidence shattered and the pressure mounting, Amorim’s future looks increasingly uncertain. What should have been a routine cup tie has turned into a crisis that could define his tenure. The fallout from this humiliation is unlikely to fade anytime soon.
