Newcastle United reached the fourth round of the EFL Cup with a 1-0 win at Millwall, settled by Joe Willock's 81st-minute goal. The visitors controlled most of the game but needed a late breakthrough to make the difference.
7.5Sven BotmanNewcastle United · Defender1 shotMillwall 0:1 Newcastle United — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 0
Second half0 - 1
- 67(Foul)
- 69(Foul)
- 87R. Monty
- 88T. Parkes
- 90 + 1(Foul)
- 90 + 1
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What was the final score of Millwall vs Newcastle United?
Millwall 0-1 Newcastle United (EFL Cup, Round 3).
Who scored?
Joe Willock (81', assist Lewis Hall) for Newcastle United.
Was Newcastle United's win deserved?
Not really — the opponent was the better side; Newcastle United won on finishing.
Were there any cards in Millwall vs Newcastle United?
Yellow cards: Jenson Metcalfe (Millwall); Jacob Ramsey (Newcastle United); Alfie Massey (Millwall).
Head to Head meetings Millwall - Newcastle United
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- The biggest draw0
- The most effective match0-1
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Millwall
Newcastle arrive at the Den unbeaten in three away games, yet the edge here belongs to Millwall. The hosts have won three of five at home and hold a decisive mental advantage, giving CheckLive's read a 76% lean toward the home side.
Home win — Millwall6.25
High confidence76%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
56.4
38.5
CheckSkill
54.5
51.5
CheckMental
69
30.8
CheckLive total58.1 vs 42.8+15.3
More match signals
Over 3.592%2.38
Millwall (DNB)86%5.00
Millwall (−1)88%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is expected to win the EFL Cup tie?
Millwall are expected to win at the Den. CheckLive's read hands the hosts the better recent form and a clear mental edge, with Newcastle's three-game unbeaten away run not enough to flip the lean.
What form do Millwall and Newcastle bring?
Millwall have three wins in their last five home matches but lost the most recent two, while Newcastle are unbeaten in three away. The stronger overall form mark still belongs to the hosts.
Will both teams score at the Den?
Both teams scoring is a live angle here. Millwall concede regularly at home and Newcastle are scoring on the road, so backing BTTS fits how this cup tie is projected to play out.
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