Grimsby Goalkeepers Are Even Annoyed After Getting Rid Of Manchester United In The Carabao Cup, What's The Reason?

JAKARTA - Goalkeeper Grimsby, Christy Pym, was not happy after his brilliant action throughout the match against Mancheser United plus a penalty shootout left the Premier League club eliminated in the Second Round.

In the match at Blundel Park, Cleethorpes, Thursday, August 28, 2025, early morning WIB, Grimsby won on penalties 12-11 after the normal time match ended 2-2.

Pym parried Matheus Cunha's penalty. He also made a number of important saves in the game.

Instead of getting late in the euphoria of the excitement of getting his team qualified for the Carabao Cup Third Round, Pym was annoyed.

The reason is, it turns out that the 30-year-old goalkeeper is a big Manchester United fan. Even so, he did not deny that he was happy to be able to continue his struggle in the Carabao Cup 2025/2026.

"It's not yet realized. I'm a Manchester United fan. So, I'm a little upset. This night is indeed the goal of playing football. It's brilliant."

"I should have played a little better (on penalties), didn't I? I made one save to keep us going. The players have done the rest. It's brilliant," Pym said.

Meanwhile, Manchester United looked difficult in the match at Grimsby's headquarters. The hosts opened the scoring first through Charles Vernam in the 22nd minute.

He fired an incredible low shot at the post near Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana.

The League Two club (the fourth vision) continued to press the Red Devils and was awarded a second goal before the break when Onana failed to read Vernam's cross. Warren's hat easily threw the ball into the net.

Only in the second half did Manchester United get up. Mbeumo narrowed the gap with his first goal for the club in the 75th minute. Then, Harry Maguire's header equalized in the 89th minute.

However, the late revival could not bring Manchester United to victory. Because there was no extra time, the determination of the winner was carried out on penalties.

In the 12-kick battle, it was this time that Ruben Amorim's luck did not take sides with the club.

However, Grimsby players admit they are nervous against a team as big as Manchester United, especially on penalties. However, in the end they were able to control their mentality, especially after breaking into two goals.

"It was a tense wait. As it continued, we never knew. We scored and thought it was true we had a chance, then they continued to score."

"It feels great, a feeling we will always remember. The message we conveyed this week is about faith and know how great we are. The coach has instilled it."

"He (coach David Artell) told us not to just attack. There is always a chance if we play in the right way and the right intensity."

"So, being able to do that is a great feeling and we will enjoy that moment," said Charles Vernam, who was named the Best Player of the Match.