Three players Manchester United must watch out for against Grimsby Town

Toby Coxon

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Manchester United's Carabao Cup journey begins with a tricky away tie against League Two side Grimsby Town.

While the Red Devils are heavy favourites, a cup upset is always a possibility, and Ruben Amorim’s side must not take their opponents lightly.

The Mariners have made a strong start to their season, and a number of their key players are in fine form, making them a genuine threat to the Premier League giants.

The three Grimsby players to watch out for

These players have shown immense promise and are the key men for Grimsby Town.

Jaze Kabia (Forward)

The 25-year-old striker is the most dangerous attacking player in the Grimsby Town squad.

Jaze Kabia has scored 3 goals in all competitions this season, making him the team's top goalscorer.

The forward is a major threat in front of goal and is known for his sharp finishing and movement in the box.

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Evan Khouri (Midfielder)

The 22-year-old attacking midfielder is a key player for Grimsby Town.

Evan Khouri has scored 2 goals and provided 1 assist this season, making him a major offensive threat for his side.

The midfielder is known for his ability to find space in the box and his composure in front of goal.

George McEachran (Midfielder)

The 24-year-old midfielder is a vital part of Grimsby's team.

George McEachran has been one of Grimsby's best players this season, and his ability to control the tempo of the game and provide accurate passes makes him a major threat.

The former Chelsea academy man is a technically gifted player and a major threat in the middle of the park.

Why these players are a threat to Manchester United

The performance of these three players highlights the threat that Grimsby Town poses to Manchester United.

Kabia’s goalscoring form is a clear indication that he can punish a team that is not focused, and his movement in the box will be a test for the United defence.

Khouri's ability to score and his composure in front of goal make him a dangerous player, and he could be a major threat to United's back line.

George McEachran's ability to control the midfield and create chances is also a major threat.

The midfielder will be looking to dominate the midfield battle and provide his teammates with goalscoring opportunities.

Grimsby are also a very strong team when it comes to set pieces, which could be a likely way the League Two side can threaten their Premier League counterparts.

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Toby Coxon

Toby joined The Sporting News in 2025 after completing a degree in Multimedia Sports Journalism. He has previous experience writing for online and print publications including VAVEL, Breaking Media and The Non-League Paper. He also has experience working within football clubs in previous roles at Curzon Ashton FC and Bradford City AFC.