Grimsby vs Man Utd Preview & Prediction | 2025-26 English League Cup | Second Round

Click here for today’s sports betting tips from our expert analysts!

Grimsby Town have a stellar tie for themselves in the second round of the EFL Cup as the Mariners welcome Manchester United to the Blundell Park this midweek.

Kick-off date/time:

How to watch on TV: UK – ITV & Sky Sports / US – Not televised

How to watch online: UK – ITVX & Sky Go / US – Paramount+

Grimsby vs Man Utd prediction

Former Crewe Alexandra boss Dave Artell is in charge of an impressive Grimsby Town side. The Mariners have been entertaining to watch this season as they come into this one on the back of a 1-1 draw with Accrington Stanley, with sensation Jaze Kabia scoring yet again for Grimsby. They remain unbeaten after five matches in League Two.

They now face a Manchester United side that are already under pressure with Ruben Amorim’s Red Devils starting with a 1-0 loss at home to Arsenal at Old Trafford before a 1-1 draw with Fulham at Craven Cottage. United have shown an improvement in their performance level, but they will need to put in a convincing display here.

It is League Two vs Premier League, but Grimsby will likely try and exploit the gaps left in the United defence. United should win comfortably, but don’t count Grimsby out of bloodying the nose of England’s fallen giants.

Grimsby vs Man Utd tip: Man Utd to win & both teams to score