Brentford Football Club is through to the EFL Cup quarter-finals after a dominant 5-0 victory over Grimsby at Blundell Park. The win, secured on October 28, 2025, saw goals from Mathias Jensen, Keane Lewis-Potter, Reiss Nelson, Fabio Carvalho, and Nathan Collins, putting an end to Grimsby's impressive run in the competition.

Brentford's manager, Keith Andrews, has indicated that he intends to continue rotating his squad throughout the competition. Andrews made nine changes to the team that won 3-2 against Liverpool in the Premier League over the weekend. When asked about his plans for team selection in the later stages of the EFL Cup, Andrews emphasized the depth and competitiveness within the squad. He highlighted how players who featured in the previous two rounds have fought their way into league games, demonstrating the strength in depth and the ongoing competition for places within the team. Andrews believes that this internal competition pushes the players every day.

Andrews stressed the importance of professionalism heading into the match against Grimsby, a League Two team. He expressed genuine respect for teams at that level, acknowledging their challenges and how they operate. He anticipated a closely contested game and emphasized the need for his team to approach the match with the right attitude.

The victory continues what has been an impressive debut season for Andrews. Despite never having reached the final of a major cup competition, Brentford is now one step closer. The manager will pick the team he believes is best suited to progress in the competition.