EFL Penalty: Grimsby Town’s Carabao Cup Mishap…
Grimsby Town shocked the football galaxy by putting Manchester United out of the Carabao Cup in a thriller, only to find themselves in hot water for fielding an ineligible player. Clarke Oduor entered the fray to replace George McEachran in the 73rd minute, yet he was as eligible as a penguin in a sunbathing contest! Grimsby hastily signed Oduor from Bradford City but registered him a minute too late, narrowly missing the deadline like it was the last car of a rollercoaster. The EFL stepped in, waved their fine wand, and ding-donged them with a hefty £20,000 fine.
Manchester United’s exit was indeed spectacular, with Grimsby triumphing 12-11 in a penalties showdown after a 2-2 draw. It left Man Utd fans feeling like they’d lost both their socks and shoes in a windstorm! The EFL, while understanding it wasn’t a deliberate misstep, announced the fine and warned Grimsby to mind those clocks next time. Manager Amorim expressed deep apologies for United’s performance and vowed to mend ways faster than a cheetah chasing an ice cream truck. For now, they’re focusing on their next match while hoping Lady Luck doesn’t delete her United fan page!
