League Two giant-killers Grimsby Town host Premier League Brentford on Tuesday, aiming for another major scalp in the Carabao Cup fourth round.
The Mariners famously eliminated Manchester United in the second round. They now face a Brentford side, however, arriving in superb form after a stunning league victory over champions Liverpool at the weekend.
Grimsby Town vs Brentford – Carabao Cup Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Tuesday, 28 October 2025
- Kick-off: 7:45 pm BST
- Venue: Blundell Park, Cleethorpes
- Referee: Thomas Kirk
- Last Meeting: Grimsby Town 0-1 Brentford, 3 March 2009, League Two
Team News
Grimsby Town
Manager David Artell has the luxury of a fully fit squad for this high-profile cup tie. Consequently, he is expected to name a strong lineup as Grimsby attempt to reach the quarter-finals. Charles Vernam, who scored against Manchester United, is likely to feature.
Brentford
Keith Andrews will make wholesale changes to his side after the win against Liverpool. Midfielder Yehor Yarmolyuk is a doubt after picking up an injury in that game. Furthermore, Aaron Hickey, Antoni Milambo, Paris Maghoma, and Gustavo Nunes are also unlikely to be risked. Striker Liam Delap, however, could return to the squad.
Form
Grimsby Town
The Mariners sit sixth in League Two and have already knocked out Sheffield Wednesday and Manchester United in this competition. Their league form has dipped slightly, however, with two defeats in their last three matches, including a 3-2 loss at Crewe on Saturday.
Brentford
The Bees are in excellent form, having won three of their last four Premier League games, capped by a thrilling 3-2 victory over Liverpool. Their cup run has seen them overcome Bournemouth and Aston Villa (on penalties) to reach this stage.
Predicted Lineups
Grimsby Town predicted XI: Pym; Rodgers, Warren, McJannet, Sweeney; McEachran, Green; Amaluzor, Walker, Vernam; Kabia
Brentford predicted XI: Valdimarsson; Kayode, Pinnock, Ajer, Henry; Janelt, Onyeka, Jensen; Nelson, Carvalho, Lewis-Potter
How to watch Grimsby Town vs Brentford?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports+.
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