Carabao Cup

Cambridge United

25 Aug 2026 19:45

Millwall

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Millwall to win 1.91

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Cambridge United vs Millwall Predictions, Picks & Odds – 25/08/2026

Carabao Cup · 2nd Round

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Cambridge United have earned four points from their opening two League One fixtures, though surrendering a lead against Bromley at the weekend will have frustrated head coach Neil Harris. The U's reached this stage by beating Barnet 2-1 in round one, yet they have conceded in all three competitive outings so far this term. Harris now faces a deeply personal fixture against the club where he scored 138 goals and managed twice.

Millwall sit top of the Championship after a blistering start, dispatching Norwich City and Bristol City by a combined 5-0 scoreline across their first two league matches. Their route to this round was less emphatic, requiring a penalty shootout to see off Queens Park Rangers following a goalless draw, but the Lions carry genuine momentum with four wins from five in all competitions. Reaching the third round in consecutive seasons for the first time since 2021 is a clear target.

Millwall's blistering start to the Championship season makes the away win at 1.91 the standout selection. Five goals scored and none conceded across victories over Norwich City and Bristol City speak to a side operating with genuine conviction at both ends of the pitch. Cambridge have shown spirit in League One, but the gulf in division quality is telling when two tiers separate these clubs.

The Lions' historical dominance further supports the pick. They are unbeaten in ten of the last eleven meetings with Cambridge, winning seven of those. Neil Harris knows Millwall inside out from his legendary spell at The Den, yet familiarity cuts both ways, and his former club's current momentum looks difficult to contain. A four-match winning streak across all competitions underlines their consistency.

Cambridge have conceded in every fixture this season, which points towards both teams to score at N/A as a secondary consideration. Millwall's defensive record has been outstanding, yet cup ties at compact lower-league grounds tend to produce scrappy moments. The away win remains the primary recommendation, backed by superior form, squad depth and a commanding head-to-head record. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Cambridge United vs Millwall

• Millwall unbeaten in ten of eleven meetings
• Cambridge conceded in all three matches
• Lions scored five goals in two league outings

Cambridge United line up in a 4-3-3 against what is expected to be Millwall's 4-2-3-1, though the visitors' shape carries a caveat: it is speculated rather than confirmed, inferred from their most recent league outing rather than any fresh team news. Treat Millwall's arrangement as provisional heading into this Carabao Cup second-round tie.

For Cambridge, G McConnell and I Heath offer the attacking width that a 4-3-3 demands, while Millwall's double pivot of De Norre and Metcalfe is designed to screen a back four and transition quickly. Whether that structure holds when Gary Rowett names his side officially remains to be seen.

How to Watch Cambridge United vs Millwall Match?

What time is Cambridge United vs Millwall?

Cambridge United host Millwall at The R Costings Abbey Stadium on Tuesday 25 August 2026, with kickoff at 19:45 BST.

Where is Cambridge United vs Millwall being played?

This match takes place at The R Costings Abbey Stadium in Cambridge.

How Can I Watch Cambridge United vs Millwall on TV and Live Stream?

This Carabao Cup second-round tie is available to watch live on Sky Sports.