Overview
Grimsby's reward after beating Shrewsbury Town in the Carabao Cup opener is their home clash with Manchester United.
The Red Devils are no longer as powerful as their heyday, but that has not reduced their appeal for a team playing in League Two.
Grimsby entered this match with great excitement, especially after an impressive start to the season with a 6-match unbeaten streak. Coach David Artell's team has won 11 points after the first 5 rounds of League Two, and also has the highest scoring attack in the tournament.
In addition, home form is also a solid support for Grimsby when they have won all 3 matches at Blundell Park since the beginning of the season.
For Man United, the goal is very clear. That is to win and avoid an early elimination shock in the domestic cup.
The "Red Devils" entered this match without a single win in the new season, having only won 1 point after the first two rounds of the Premier League. That is why coach Ruben Amorim really needs a good result to lift the spirit and he hopes his students will do that at Blundell Park.
In theory, Man United's class is enough for them to win easily. But the reality is not that simple. The Red Devils have won just two of their last 13 away games - a statistic that will certainly give Grimsby confidence in this clash.
Personnel situation
Grimsby Town are expected to field their strongest squad to make it more difficult for Amorim and his students. However, the Mariners also face a loss of force as Jason Svanthorsson and Sam Lavelle are almost certain to be absent due to injury.
The most notable star on the home team is striker Jaze Kabia, who has scored 4 goals since the beginning of the season and is the biggest hope in the attack.
Meanwhile, Man United are likely to rotate their squad. New signing Benjamin Sesko is expected to make his first start for the "Red Devils". Bruno Fernandes plans to play higher up the pitch, giving Kobbie Mainoo more playing time.
Young talent Tyler Fredricson, who was named in the reserve list for the match against Fulham last weekend, could also participate.
In the goalkeeper position, Andre Onana is likely to be given the opportunity to start for the first time this season.
Expected lineup:
Grimsby Town: Pym, Rodgers, Warren, McJannet, Staunton, Amaluzor, McEachran, Turi, Khouri, Burns, Kabia.
Man United: Onana, Shaw, Fredricson, Maguire, Dalot, Mainoo, Ugarte, Dorgu, Fernandes, Cunha, Sesko.
The match between Grimsby Town and Man United takes place at 2:00 am on August 28 (Vietnam time).
