Wed Sep 18 03:58:28 UTC 2024: ## Manchester United Demolish Barnsley in League Cup Rout

Manchester United stormed into the League Cup’s last 16 with a resounding 7-0 victory over third-tier Barnsley on Tuesday.

The Red Devils were led by a brace each from Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, and Christian Eriksen. Rashford, who ended a six-month goal drought over the weekend, opened the scoring just 16 minutes into the game, setting the tone for a dominant performance.

Antony added a penalty in the 35th minute, and Garnacho extended the lead before half-time. Garnacho scored his second shortly after the break, assisted by Rashford, who then returned the favor to make it 5-0. Eriksen marked his return to goalscoring form with two late strikes, securing United’s largest-ever League Cup win.

Elsewhere, Brentford advanced after a 3-1 victory over Leyton Orient, while Crystal Palace edged past Queen’s Park Rangers 2-1.

In a thrilling encounter, Preston North End eliminated Premier League Fulham after a dramatic penalty shootout. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Preston eventually winning 16-15, the longest shootout in the competition’s history.

Everton suffered another setback, bowing out of the competition after a 1-1 draw with Southampton, followed by a 6-5 penalty loss.

Other winners on the night included Sheffield Wednesday, who defeated Blackpool 1-0, and Stoke City, who beat Fleetwood Town on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

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