Man Utd Defeat by Grimsby Marks Historic Cup Exit, De Ligt Calls for Player Accountability

Matthijs de Ligt has emerged as a key figure for Manchester United this season, consistently delivering strong defensive performances despite the team's recent struggles. Following a humiliating Carabao Cup defeat to fourth-tier Grimsby Town, De Ligt emphasized that the players, not just the manager Ruben Amorim, must take responsibility for results and acknowledged the dressing room's disappointment. United's 3-2 comeback win over Burnley, secured by a late penalty from Bruno Fernandes, provided relief and momentum, though De Ligt highlighted issues such as lapses in energy and finishing that need urgent improvement. He urged his teammates, especially the forwards, to be more clinical in front of goal to avoid leaving games unnecessarily close. De Ligt stressed that while the win was crucial to boost morale after the cup shock, the team must raise their standards to avoid repeating such performances. Despite the challenges, he remains confident United can build on recent successes and improve moving forward.