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How Brentford emphatically ended Grimsby’s magical cup run

Reiss Nelson was among the scorers for Brentford
Reiss Nelson was among the scorers for Brentford (Getty Images)
  • Brentford secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Grimsby Town, progressing to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.
  • Grimsby, who had previously eliminated Manchester United and Sheffield Wednesday, were outclassed by the Premier League side.
  • Brentford established a commanding 3-0 lead by half-time with goals from Mathias Jensen, Keane Lewis-Potter, and Reiss Nelson.
  • Fabio Carvalho added a fourth from the penalty spot in the second half, and substitute Nathan Collins headed in a fifth.
  • Keith Andrews' side delivered a professional performance despite making nine changes from their Premier League win against Liverpool.
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