United, Grimsby Town and EFL Cup
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Andre Onana made two bad mistakes and then only saved one of 13 penalty in Manchester United's agonising defeat by Grimsby to exit the Carabao Cup.
David Artell wasn't entirely happy despite masterminding Grimsby Town to a historic and deserved Carabao Cup upset over Manchester United after a penalty shootout
Arsenal started their Premier League campaign with a 1-0 win at Manchester United on Sunday, capitalizing on a defensive error during a game in which both sides failed to generate a lot of quality attacking chances.
This Wednesday evening, Manchester United missed their first half against a fourth division English club: Grimsby Town (second round of the League Cup). For his first start of the season, Manchester's goalkeeper André Onana conceded two quick goals. The first goal was conceded in the 22nd minute and the second in the 30th minute (0-2 at halftime).
Manchester United were awarded a penalty against Fulham when Calvin Bassey dragged Mason Mount to the ground in the 33rd minute at Craven Cottage. The foul was not given on the field but referee Chris Kavanagh was sent to the screen by the video assistant referee (VAR) and the decision was overturned.
Ruben Amorim launched a furious attack on Manchester United players after an embarrassing Carabao Cup exit as the Red Devils boss vowed to fix mounting problems. United’s season lurched into full-blown crisis on Wednesday night as League Two minnows Grimsby edged them 12-11 in penalty shootout.
The 22-year-old made his debut for Man United by coming off the bench in their opening Premier League game against Arsenal, which ended in a 1-0 loss. With two appearances for the club, Sesko is yet to establish his impact on the pitch and make his first goal contribution for the Red Devils.