Manchester United vs Barnsley LIVE! Carabao Cup result, match stream and latest updates today

Manchester United vs Barnsley LIVE!

Manchester United produced a hugely impressive performance to blow away Barnsley 7-0 and progress through to the Carabao Cup fourth round, with Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho and Christian Eriksen all scoring twice on a night to remember at Old Trafford.

Antony also got on the scoresheet from the penalty spot as ruthless United eased past the League One promotion hopefuls after Erik ten Hag had made eight changes from the team that beat Southampton 3-0 in the Premier League at the weekend.

The Red Devils now travel to take on Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday full of confidence after recording back-to-back victories for the first time this season. Tuesday night’s result was their biggest win to date under Ten Hag and largest ever in the League Cup, with a place in the last 16 never in doubt for the six-time winners as they target more Wembley success this term.

Manchester United vs Barnsley highlights

  • GOAL! Eriksen gets quick second in style

  • GOAL! Eriksen piles on further punishment late on

  • GOAL! Rashford fires in second as rout continues

  • GOAL! Garnacho adds another after break

  • GOAL! Garnacho makes it three before half-time

  • GOAL! Antony wins and dispatches penalty

  • GOAL! Confident Rashford breaks deadlock early

Goodnight!

22:20

Thanks for joining Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Manchester United’s 7-0 win over Barnsley.

Check out our match report below.

FT: Man Utd 7-0 Barnsley

21:56 , Jamie Dickenson

Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho and Christian Eriksen scored two goals each as Manchester United thrashed Barnsley 7-0 to reach the Carabo Cup fourth round.

Erik ten Hag made eight changes to the side that won 3-0 at Southampton and was rewarded with a strong display from his team.

Antony also found the net to give United back-to-back victories for the first time this season ahead of their Premier League trip to Crystal Palace on Saturday.

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Man Utd 7-0 Barnsley

21:50 , Jamie Dickenson

90 mins: Joshua Zirkzee wriggles free in the box and fires a snap shot at the Barnsley keeper.

Amad Diallo then nearly went clean through, but he couldn’t quite take the ball from Bruno Fernandes into his path.

Man Utd 7-0 Barnsley

21:48 , Jamie Dickenson

88 mins: United are peppering to Barnsley goal now, but Antony can’t make substantial contact for the finish.

Erik ten Hag will be very happy with how his side have defended this evening, even if it is against third-tier opposition.

GOAL! Man Utd 7-0 Barnsley | Eriksen, 84'

21:44 , Jamie Dickenson

84 mins: Christian Eriksen joins Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho on two goals for the evening after sublime finish.

It was good work from Joshua Zirkzee and Bruno Fernandes in the build-up before a cool effort from Eriksen.

Man Utd 6-0 Barnsley

21:43 , Jamie Dickenson

83 mins: Just like Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho will have to settle with two goals tonight as he is taken off by Erik ten Hag.

Amad Diallo comes on for the Argentinian for the final minutes here.

GOAL! Man Utd 6-0 Barnsley | Eriksen, 80'

21:40 , Jamie Dickenson

80 mins: Christian Eriksen starts and finishes a great move from United to score the sixth.

Played through by Bruno Fernandes the Denmark midfielder prods home with ease.

Man Utd 5-0 Barnsley

21:37 , Jamie Dickenson

78 mins: Erik ten Hag makes another change, with new signing Matthjis de Ligt coming on for Jonny Evans.

Man Utd 5-0 Barnsley

21:35 , Jamie Dickenson

76 mins: Barnsley are still pushing forward when they can, even though this game is as good as over.

United are controlling the play in midfield and with goalkeeper Altay Bayindir barely tested.

Man Utd 5-0 Barnsley

21:31 , Jamie Dickenson

72 mins: United are continuing to go forward and nearly force a penalty through Casemiro.

Barnsley then see striker Stephen Humphrys booked for simulation.

Man Utd 5-0 Barnsley

21:28

68 mins: Alejandro Garnacho nearly completes his hat-trick but fires over with the goal gaping.

Barnsley just can’t cope with the United attacks this evening.

Man Utd 5-0 Barnsley

21:24 , Jamie Dickenson

64 mins: CHANCE! Antony forces a good save from Barnsley keeper Gabriel Slonina.

Harry Maguire goes up to meet a cross from the resulting corner, but can’t make contact.

Man Utd 5-0 Barnsley

21:22 , Jamie Dickenson

62 mins: Manchester United make a triple change, with Bruno Fernandes, Joshua Zirkzee and Noussair Mazraoui.

Marcus Rashford is denied a potential hat-trick, while Diogo Dalot and Manuel Ugarte also make way.

GOAL! Man Utd 5-0 Barnsley | Rashford, 57'

21:17

57 mins: Marcus Rashford doubles his tally for the evening with a clinical finish after being put through by Alejandro Garnacho.

Antony was calling for a free-kick but Barnsley gave the ball straight to Garncho who fed his team-mate Rashford.

Man Utd 4-0 Barnsley

21:14 , Jamie Dickenson

56 mins: Erik ten Hag might start thinking about making some changes now, with United travelling to Crystal Palace on Saturday.

In the meantime Barnsley make their fourth change with Sam Cosgrove coming on for Max Watters.

Man Utd 4-0 Barnsley

21:12 , Jamie Dickenson

52 mins: Marcus Rashford hits a strong free-kick from far out, but the Barnsley keeper parries.

United are more than comfortable now and will look to try and score some more goals.

GOAL! Man Utd 4-0 Barnsley | Garnacho, 49'

21:09

49 mins: Alejandro Garnacho gets his second of the evening, cooly slotting past the keeper after being put through by Christian Eriksen.

Garnacho was given the freedom of Old Trafford by the Barnsley defence and made no mistake with his finish.

Man Utd 3-0 Barnsley

21:06 , Jamie Dickenson

46 mins: Barnsley make a triple change to start the second half.

They take off Roberts, Yoganathan and Jalo and bring on McCarthy, Craig and Humphrys.

Man Utd 3-0 Barnsley: Rashford key

20:58 , Jamie Dickenson

Marcus Rashford was involved in all three of Manchester United’s goals.

He opened the scoring with a smart goal, before teeing up Antony to win and convert his penalty.

Then just on the half-time whistle his industrious work saw the ball fall for Alejandro Garnacho to grab a third.

Rashford has been the best player on the pitch tonight.

 (Manchester United via Getty Imag)
(Manchester United via Getty Imag)

Man Utd 3-0 Barnsley: Antony delivers

20:53 , Jamie Dickenson

Antony looked delighted to score his first Manchester United goal of the season.

The Brazilian was challenged to earn his place in the side by boss Erik ten Hag before the game and he has responded well.

He looked bright throughout the first half, with some nice touches and good link-up play.

 (Manchester United via Getty Imag)
(Manchester United via Getty Imag)

HT: Man Utd 3-0 Barnsley

20:50 , Jamie Dickenson

Manchester United are in cruise control with a 3-0 lead going into half-time of this Carabao Cup third-round tie with Barnsley.

Marcus Rashford got United going with a well-taken finish, before Antony doubled their lead by earning and converting a penalty.

Then in added-time Garnacho added a third, after good play from Rashford.

GOAL! Man Utd 3-0 Barnsley | Garnacho, 45' +2

20:48 , Jamie Dickenson

45 mins +2: Alejandro Garnacho reacts quickest to a loose ball in the Barnsley box, prodding home after good footwork from Marcus Rashford.

Erik ten Hag will be happy with what he has seen from his side so far.

Man Utd 2-0 Barnsley

20:45 , Jamie Dickenson

43 mins: Manuel Ugarte was left writhing in agony after a tough clash with Barnsley captain Luca Connell.

The midfielder had blood splattered across his knee and needed some treatment from the physio.

Man Utd 2-0 Barnsley

20:43

42 mins: Antony is definitely showing more confidence now, turning his man and running at the defence on the right flank.

United haven’t had to do that much to get their 2-0 advantage here, but their class has shown in the key moments.

Man Utd 2-0 Barnsley

20:41

40 mins: Alejandro Garnacho fluffed his lines in the box when the pass to Christian Eriksen looked simple.

Antony is having some nice touches of the ball tonight, with Marcus Rashford earning United a corner.

GOAL! Man Utd 2-0 Barnsley | Antony, 35'

20:36 , Jamie Dickenson

35 mins: Antony stutters in his run-up but hits his penalty well into the side netting past the keeper.

The Brazilian celebrates with his first goal of the season with Diogo Dalot by the corner flag.

That should do his confidence the world of good.

PENALTY! Man Utd 1-0 Barnsley

20:35

34 mins: Alejandro Garnacho hits a shot straight at the defender after good work from Antony and Diogo Dalot on the right-hand side.

Marcus Rashford then plays a ball through for Antony, who wins a penalty after taking contact from Barnsley goalkeeper Gaga Slonina.

Man Utd 1-0 Barnsley

20:32 , Jamie Dickenson

32 mins: CHANCE! Diogo Dalot is just offside as United break down Barnsley’s defence with some slick interplay.

Sir Alex Ferguson is in attendance here watching on as the flag goes up again this time against Marcus Rashford.

Man Utd 1-0 Barnsley

20:28

28 mins: Manuel Ugarte shows his tenacity by catching Vimal Yoganathan late in midfield, but Barnsley can’t do anything with the free-kick.

United have tried a big switch of play a few times tonight, but Marcus Rashford’s ball for Alejandro Garnacho is cleared.

Man Utd 1-0 Barnsley

20:24

24 mins: Barnsley have given a good account of themselves so far, but United look dominant now they’ve scored their opening goal.

One issue Erik ten Hag will be concerned about is Toby Collyer at left-back as he doesn’t look comfortable, giving away a free-kick in a dangerous spot before Adam Phillips shoots over.

Man Utd 1-0 Barnsley

20:20

19 mins: Rashford is starting to repay the faith shown in him by United manager Erik Ten Hag.

He’s now scored in back-to-back games for the first time since March and has looked bright so far this evening.

GOAL! Man Utd 1-0 Barnsley | Rashford, 16'

20:18 , Jamie Dickenson

Marcus Rashford opens the scoring with a well-taken finish.

He collects a long ball from Alejandro Garnacho neatly before dribbling round Mark Roberts and guiding the ball into the net.

Man Utd 0-0 Barnsley

20:16

16 mins: The 5,500-strong Barnsley travelling fans are certainly making themselves heard at Old Trafford.

Antony tries to break down the right flank but is checked by Corey O'Keeffe.

Man Utd 0-0 Barnsley

20:12

13 mins: Rashford has two more attempts from the resulting corner, but Barnsley defenders are able to block.

The England international looks hungry to make an impact this evening.

Man Utd 0-0 Barnsley

20:11 , Jamie Dickenson

11 mins: United are working things out from the back and starting to get a feel for the game.

Marcus Rashford fashions a shot from inside the box but it takes two deflections, going out for a corner.

Man Utd 0-0 Barnsley

20:06

6 mins: Barnsley put the ball in the box from a free-kick and win a corner, but they can’t do anything with it.

United have started slowly here.

Man Utd 0-0 Barnsley

20:03

3 mins: So it looks like Casemiro will be playing in midfield this evening, alongside Manuel Ugarte and Christian Eriksen.

Toby Collyer fils in out of position at left-back, with Harry Maguire and Jonny Evans in central defence and Diogo Dalot at right back.

Marcus Rashford leads the line, with Anthony and Alejandro Garnacho on the wings.

Barnsley have made the brighter start of the two teams so far.

KICK-OFF!

20:01 , Jamie Dickenson

Barnsley kick us off at Old Trafford in their changed white kit, with Manchester United in their regular red strip.

Strong United bench

20:00 , Jamie Dickenson

Erik Ten Hag has a strong bench to call upon if he needs more firepower this evening.

First-team regulars Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo, Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Noussair Mazraoui and Mathhjis de Ligt.

Casemiro hoping for improved display

19:57

Casemiro will be looking to put in a solid performance for Manchester United tonight.

The midfielder was hauled off at half-time during the 3-0 defeat to Liverpool after being at fault for the opening two goals.

 (AFP via Getty Images)
(AFP via Getty Images)

Last time they met

19:48 , Jamie Dickenson

Manchester United haven’t faced Barnsley for 15 years, when the Red Devils secured a 2-0 win at Oakwell in this competition.

Sir Alex Ferguson named a strong side for the quarter-final tie, with Danny Welbeck and Michael Owen scoring and Gary Neville sent off.

Amazingly Jonny Evans was part of that team all those years ago too!

Bayindir and Collyer make first starts of season

19:44 , Jamie Dickenson

Altay Bayindir and Toby Collyer will make their first starts of the season for Manchester United against Barnsley.

Bayindir has not featured yet this season, with Collyer coming off the bench during the 3-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Ten Hag explains eight changes

19:35 , Jamie Dickenson

Erik ten Hag has revealed Manchester United’s busy schedule explains the eight changes he has made tonight.

"We have to rotate because we have loads of games and we have to manage the squad,” he told Sky Sports.

You need everyone; you can't talk about a starting 11 players. You have to give all the players in the squad game time if they are available."

19:31 , Jamie Dickenson

Manchester United fans can get a closer look at new signing Manuel Ugarte tonight, with the midfielder named in the starting line-up for the first time.

The Uruguayan came on in the second half of the 3-0 win over Southampton on Saturday for his first appearance for the club.

Casemiro in defence?

19:19

Casemiro will captain the Manchester United team this evening, but could he be playing in defence?

It looks like the Brazilian could partner Harry Maguire in central defence, with Diogo Dalot at right-back and Jonny Evans at left-back.

We will have to see how they start the game...

Barnsley starting XI

19:12

Barnsley: Slonina, Cotter, Roberts, De Gevigney, O’Keeffe, Phillips, Jalo, Earl, Watters, Yoganathan, Connell.

Subs: Killip, Russell, Cosgrove, Benson, Lofthouse, Craig, Marsh, McCarthy, Humphyrs.

Ugarte gets first start

19:08

Manuel Ugarte has been given his first start for Manchester United following his £51million move from Paris Saint-Germain, while Antony gets a chance to impress at Old Trafford.

Bayindir is given the nod in goal, while Casemiro, Harry Maguire and Jonny Evans come in alongside Diogo Dalot in defence.

Toby Collyer lines up alongside Ugarte and Christian Eriksen in midfield, with Marcus Rashford leading the line and Alejandro Garnacho on the other flank to Antony.

Man Utd starting XI

19:02 , Jamie Dickenson

Man Utd: Bayindir; Casemiro, Maguire, Evans, Dalot; Collyer, Ugarte, Eriksen; Antony, Rashford, Garnacho.

Subs: Heaton, De Ligt, Martinez, Mazraoui, Fernandes, Mainoo, Amad, Wheatley, Zirkzee.

Team news coming up

18:59 , Jamie Dickenson

We will have both team’s starting line-ups from Old Trafford confirmed imminently.

When is the Carabao Cup fourth-round draw?

18:55 , Jamie Dickenson

Manchester United fans will have to be patient in waiting for the Carabao Cup fourth-round draw if they beat Barnsley tonight.

Whoever goes through won’t find out their next opponents until next Thursday with third-round ties being played this week and next.

The EFL have confirmed the fourth-round draw will take place after Liverpool’s clash with West Ham at Anfield on Thursday 25 September.

The draw will be televised live on Sky Sports.

Rio on 'sticky' Ten Hag meeting

18:50 , Jamie Dickenson

Rio Ferdinand has opened up on a ‘sticky’ meeting with Erik ten Hag following an explosive interview with Cristiano Ronaldo.

Ronaldo criticised Ten Hag during an interview with Ferdinand, which the former Manchester United thought might make things awkward for him.

And Ferdinand told his Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast: "It made it a bit sticky I've got to be honest with you.

"The interview with Cristiano dropped on the Thursday 8am or 9am that morning, I was in the training ground at 10am.

"I was walking and talking with Erik ten Hag doing an interview, training had finished, and I walked around.

"I was looking at the pitch and two players were on there doing extras - shooting.

"Cracking up, laughing, doing a competition. Bruno [Fernandes] and Marcus Rashford."

 (Manchester United via Getty Imag)
(Manchester United via Getty Imag)

Ten Hag focused on cup success

18:43

Erik ten Hag is taking the cups seriously this season as he looks for a third trophy as Manchester United manager.

Ten Hag beat Newcastle to win the Carabao Cup in his first season in charge before adding the FA Cup with a 2-1 win over rivals Manchester City in May.

The Dutchman often points to his cup success when his position is questioned at Old Trafford.

And ahead of the Barnsley game, he said: "Cup games can be a great way to build momentum in a season, so hopefully our forthcoming fixtures in the Carabao Cup and Europa League can have that positive effect."

Barnsley's route to third round

18:32 , Jamie Dickenson

Barnsley knocked out Wigan and Sheffield United to set up this Carabao Cup third-round clash with Manchester United.

The Tykes edged Wigan on penalties after a 1-1 draw before completing a 1-0 victory over the Blades.

Darrell Clarke’s side sit 7th in League One having won three games, drawn once and lost twice, but Barnsley did also lose a Football League Trophy game against Man Utd Under-21s 3-2.

Tom Heaton and Toby Collyer played in that fixture for United.

Ten Hag pitch inspection

18:25

Erik Ten Hag has been inspecting the Old Trafford pitch ahead of Barnsley’s visit.

The Manchester United boss and his squad have arrived ahead of the cup clash.

Ten Hag will be hoping they pick up where they left off after the 3-0 win over Southampton.

 (Manchester United via Getty Imag)
(Manchester United via Getty Imag)

Season so far...

18:15 , Jamie Dickenson

Manchester United have had a mixed start to the campaign and currently sit 10th in the Premier League.

They held their own in the Community Shield curtain-raiser against rivals Manchester City, drawing 1-1 before losing on penalties.

Their first league game of the season saw a 1-0 home win over Fulham, before a painful 2-1 defeat at Brighton and comprehensive 3-0 loss to Liverpool.

But Erik Ten Hag saw his side get back to winning ways with a 3-0 win at Southampton.

Manchester United vs Barnsley odds

18:08

Man Utd to win: 2/15

Barnsley to win: 15/1

Draw: 15/2

Odds via Betfair (subject to change).

Head to head (h2h) history and results

18:03

Man Utd wins: 22

Draws: 11

Barnsley wins: 5

Erik ten Hag backs Antony to bounce back at Man United

18:02 , George Flood

Will Antony get his chance for Manchester United tonight?

Speaking at his pre-match press conference yesterday, Erik ten Hag backed the inconsistent Brazilian winger to bounce back having made just one appearance so far this season.

"That is professional football, that is top football. Those are the laws. You pick the team that you think has the most chance to win a game,” Ten Hag said.

"The players have to fight for their positions. You pick the 11 who have the best dynamic, the best chemistry.

"Now he (Antony) has to bounce back and he has the abilities to do it. If he is doing the right thing, he can compete with them. He is fighting for his position.

“That’s what we expect from every player in the squad at Manchester United, what they should do.

"We have training every day and the players have to earn the right. When the attitude is good and (they) show performance in training then they will play."

 (Manchester United via Getty Images)
(Manchester United via Getty Images)

Manchester United vs Barnsley prediction

17:41 , George Flood

It would be a major shock not to see Manchester United win comfortably in this one, even if they have endured a mixed start to the season under Erik ten Hag.

Man United to win, 2-0.

 (Action Images via Reuters)
(Action Images via Reuters)

Barnsley team news

17:40 , George Flood

Underdogs Barnsley look set to be without experienced midfielder and player-coach Conor Hourihane at Old Trafford this evening due to injury.

However, the trio of Donovan Pines, Fabio Jalo and Max Watters are all expected to be available to Tykes boss Darrell Clarke following knocks.

 (Getty Images)
(Getty Images)

Manchester United team news

17:36 , George Flood

Erik ten Hag can be expected to make plenty of changes to his Manchester United team tonight following Saturday’s timely 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Southampton in the Premier League that eased some of the latest pressure on the manager after damaging back-to-back defeats at the hands of Brighton and Liverpool.

Summer signing Manuel Ugarte will be eyeing his full debut after coming off the bench late at St Mary’s, while the likes of Jonny Evans, Harry Maguire, Casemiro, Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Toby Collyer and Altay Bayindir will also hope to start.

Rests could be afforded to key stars such as captain Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford, who scored his first goal of the season on the south coast last time out.

Rasmus Hojlund, Luke Shaw, Victor Lindelof, Mason Mount, Tyrell Malacia and Leny Yoro are all still out injured.

 (Manchester United via Getty Imag)
(Manchester United via Getty Imag)

Where to watch Manchester United vs Barnsley

17:31 , George Flood

TV channel: The game will be broadcast live in the UK tonight on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.

Live stream: Subscribers will also be able to watch on a live stream online via the Sky Go app.

Manchester United vs Barnsley live

17:29 , George Flood

Hello and welcome to Standard Sport’s latest live coverage of the 2024/25 Carabao Cup.

Tonight our primary focus is on events at Old Trafford, where Manchester United take on third-tier promotion-chasers Barnsley for the first time since 2009 for a place in the fourth round.

Kick-off is at 8pm BST, so stay tuned for match build-up, all the latest team news and live updates across the evening.

 (Martin Rickett/PA Wire)
(Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

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