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Ahead of their Carabao Cup third-round match at The Den, Newcastle United entered the fixture as favorites despite potential squad rotation. Millwall faced a significant injury crisis involving eleven senior players while attempting to leverage home advantage. Newcastle United secured a 1-0 victory over Millwall to advance to the fourth round. round of the Carabao Cup. Joe Willock scored the decisive goal in the 80th 81st minute following a low cross from Lewis Hall. The match remained closely contested Despite Newcastle’s dominance in possession and shot attempts, Millwall maintained a disciplined defense, featuring Elkan Baggott, which forced the Premier League side to struggle for a breakthrough until the final stages, stages of the match. Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle utilized substitutions, including a moment when Millwall’s Tairyk Arconte hit Matias Fernandez-Pardo, to help secure the post. win. In related club developments, Newcastle is reportedly preparing to discuss contract extensions with Jacob Murphy and Joe Willock to protect their market value. Additionally, Lewis Hall has reached an agreement on a new two-year extension that notably excludes a release clause.