Manchester United Manager Amorim Demands Change After Cup Loss to Fourth-Tier Grimsby

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim expressed deep frustration following his team's shocking Carabao Cup defeat to fourth-tier Grimsby Town, which ended in a 12-11 penalty loss after a 2-2 draw. Despite significant summer signings, including Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, and Bryan Mbeumo, United remains winless this season and showed a lack of intensity and focus against Grimsby, with Amorim emphasizing that "something has to change" but rejecting the idea of another complete squad overhaul. The match exposed defensive weaknesses, particularly in goalkeeper Andre Onana's debut performance, though Amorim insisted that the problems went beyond individual errors to encompass the team's mentality and overall approach to competition. Amorim highlighted his players' poor attitude and admitted the defeat was "more than a result," underscoring ongoing struggles since last season's disappointing 15th-place finish. He also acknowledged the pressure on the club and apologized to fans, while remaining hopeful ahead of the upcoming Premier League match against Burnley. The coach, who joined from Sporting CP in late 2024, has urged his squad to improve their commitment and performance to avoid further setbacks.