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Why do teams 'crash out'?

'Crashing out' means a team has been eliminated from a competition, often unexpectedly or after a poor performance, as Manchester United did here. In knockout tournaments like the Carabao Cup, every match is crucial, and a single defeat means the end of the road for that team's cup journey.

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