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Newcastle United advances in League Cup after narrow win at Millwall

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 10:44 AM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Newcastle United advances in League Cup after narrow win at Millwall

Summary

Newcastle United advanced to the next round of the League Cup following a 1-0 victory against Millwall at The Den. Joe Willock scored the match's only goal, maintaining the unbeaten start for Newcastle United under their new manager. Despite the win, the performance drew internal criticism for a lack of offensive efficiency against Championship-level opposition. Lewis Hall received specific praise from observers for his display during the fixture. The club now prepares for a Premier League match against Leeds United at Elland Road on Monday night. Analysts and supporters remain focused on the team's ability to build momentum following this cup result.

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By the Numbers

•Joe Willock scored the lone goal in the 1-0 win at The Den
•Newcastle United remains unbeaten under its new manager
•Lewis Hall earned praise for his individual performance against Millwall
•The squad travels to Elland Road for a Premier League match on Monday

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10:44 AMYahoo Sports — The Mag Podcast Episode 5: Newcastle United and Jamie survive Millwall, Cup hopes and a tricky trip to Leeds

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Episode 5: Newcastle United and Jamie survive Millwall, Cup hopes and a tricky trip to Leeds. Published: 11/09/2026 | Duration: 38 mins | Hosts: Jamie Smith, Simon Cahill & David Hutchinson The Mag Podcast has Jamie, Simon and Hutch getting together to discuss Newcastle United from the perspective of supporters in the stands.
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