Grimsby Town vs Man United: 78/1 Mega Bet Builder Tip 27/08/2025

The EFL Cup Second Round has brought a possible upset on the cards, as Grimsby Town take on Manchester United at Blundell Park.

The Mariners secured their progression to the second round with a 3-1 win against Shrewsbury Town, and their reward is a home tie against the 2023 winners of this competition, Manchester United. As for the Red Devils, they find themselves in this stage of the competition for the first time since the 2014/15 season, where they famously suffered a 4-0 defeat to MK Dons under Louis van Gaal.

The spotlight is firmly on Ruben Amorim ahead of this fixture, as pressure continues to mount on the former Sporting Lisbon manager early this season, and a defeat against League Two opposition will not help matters.

We have picked out a 78/1 bet builder player special ahead of the game. See down below!

We have picked out these selections ahead of Grimsby Town vs Manchester United on Wednesday (27/08/2025).

• Bruno Fernandes to score
• Benjamin Sesko to score
• Harvey Rodgers to be booked
• Manuel Ugarte to be booked

Bruno Fernandes to score

Bruno Fernandes is unlikely to get a rest, considering the Portuguese midfielder's tenacity to start every game. Fernandes was in excellent form for Manchester United last season, with 37 goal contributions for a struggling Manchester United side. Fernandes scored two goals in three appearances in the EFL Cup last season.

Benjamin Sesko to score

Benjamin Sesko is expected to be given a full start, given his limited time in the Premier League in the opening two games of the season. Sesko scored 13 league goals for RB Leipzig last season, averaging 0.9 shots on target per game.

Harvey Rodgers to be booked

Harvey Rodgers received seven yellow cards last season, committing 0.8 tackles per game and has been booked already this campaign.

Manuel Ugarte to be booked

Manuel Ugarte is set to feature from the start for Ruben Amorim's Manchester United side, as their squad is set to be slightly rotated to give the Uruguayan midfielder a chance from kick-off. Manuel Ugarte received 11 yellow cards last season in the Premier League and committed 1.4 fouls per game.

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