Wed Sep 18 05:08:45 UTC 2024: ## Manchester United Cruise Past Barnsley, Fulham Suffer Shocking Penalty Loss

Manchester United enjoyed a comfortable 7-0 win over Barnsley in the League Cup third round on Tuesday, with Marcus Rashford scoring twice and Antony netting his first goal of the season. The Red Devils, looking to build on their recent Premier League win, were never in danger against the lower-league opposition and dominated the match from start to finish.

Meanwhile, Fulham endured a nightmarish penalty shootout loss to Championship side Preston North End, losing 16-15 after a record-breaking 34 kicks were taken. The previous longest shootout in League Cup history was 14-13 in 2016. This is a major blow for Fulham, who are struggling in the Premier League and will need to regroup quickly.

Other League Cup results saw Southampton, despite a poor start to the season, edge out Everton 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. Crystal Palace defeated QPR 2-1, and Brentford overcame a scare against Leyton Orient to secure a 3-1 victory.

The League Cup continues to provide captivating encounters, with both exhilarating victories and surprising upsets highlighting the tournament’s unpredictable nature.

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