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Grimsby Town Shocks Sheffield Wednesday to Advance in Cup

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Grimsby Town defeated Sheffield Wednesday to reach the Carabao Cup fourth round for the first time since 2001-02.
A significant boycott by Wednesday fans against owner Dejphon Chansiri led to Grimsby fans outnumbering them.
Jaze Kabia scored the match's only goal from a corner taken by Reece Staunton.
Sheffield Wednesday made 10 changes and failed to force a save from Grimsby’s goalkeeper.
The fourth-round draw is set for September 24, after the Port Vale vs Arsenal match.

History

Historical Context

The FA Premier League was established in 1992, transforming English football's structure and competitiveness. In 2023, Sheffield Wednesday's owner, Dejphon Chansiri, faced backlash as 10,000 fans boycotted matches, allowing Grimsby Town to gain an advantage during the Carabao Cup. This ongoing discontent highlights the critical issues of fan engagement and ownership accountability in the evolving landscape of English football.

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Story summary

Grimsby Town defeated Sheffield Wednesday to reach the Carabao Cup fourth round for the first time since 2001-02.
A significant boycott by Wednesday fans against owner Dejphon Chansiri led to Grimsby fans outnumbering them.
Jaze Kabia scored the match's only goal from a corner taken by Reece Staunton.
Sheffield Wednesday made 10 changes and failed to force a save from Grimsby’s goalkeeper.
The fourth-round draw is set for September 24, after the Port Vale vs Arsenal match.

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