Carabao Cup

Millwall

08 Sep 2026 20:00

Newcastle United

Prediction:

Newcastle United to win 1.59

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Millwall vs Newcastle United Predictions, Picks & Odds – 08/09/2026

Carabao Cup · 3rd Round

Our prediction

2: Newcastle United to win

1.59 on 1xBet · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 07 Sep 2026 at 00:58 · Odds are subject to change

Millwall vs Newcastle United Preview

Millwall welcome Newcastle to The Den riding a wave of contrasting results. A thumping 4-0 win over Bolton Wanderers offered relief, yet manager Alex Neil conceded that scoreline masked deeper problems after a 5-1 hammering by Southampton and a 3-0 loss to Wrexham. With 10 to 13 players currently sidelined through injury, Neil faces a genuine selection crisis. Young defender Yanis Issoufou could be handed a full debut as the Lions look to spring a cup upset.

Newcastle arrive unbeaten under new boss Matthias Jaissle, collecting two wins and a draw from three Premier League outings. Their most recent fixture, a 2-2 comeback against Bournemouth after trailing by two goals, showcased resilience but also exposed defensive vulnerabilities and distribution errors that reportedly irked Jaissle. Squad rotation is expected given European commitments and a lengthy injury list of their own. New signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo could feature as the reigning Carabao Cup holders look to defend their title.

Newcastle's away win at 1.59 represents the strongest value on this card. The Magpies boast a remarkable 61.76% away win rate across 30 cup ties historically, and their 83% unbeaten record in the Carabao Cup is formidable. As reigning holders, Matthias Jaissle's squad carries genuine pedigree in this competition, even accounting for expected rotation and a lengthy injury list.

Millwall's situation compounds the case for an away victory. Alex Neil has confirmed between 10 and 13 players are unavailable, a staggering number that strips depth from an already stretched Championship squad. His own admission that the 4-0 Bolton win "papered over a lot of cracks" following heavy defeats to Southampton and Wrexham suggests fragility beneath the surface.

The over 2.5 goals market at 1.66 also merits attention. Newcastle's comeback draw against Bournemouth produced four goals, while Millwall's recent results have featured nine goals across two matches. Defensive vulnerabilities on both sides, particularly with depleted squads, point towards an open contest. A Newcastle win with goals is the likeliest outcome. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Millwall vs Newcastle United

• Newcastle 83% unbeaten rate in cup ties
• Millwall missing up to 13 players currently
• Magpies won 62% of away cup matches

Both sides line up in a 4-2-3-1 vs 4-2-3-1 mirror, though it is worth treating these selections with some caution as both are speculated rather than confirmed. Rotation is the clear theme for Newcastle, with Yoane Wissa leading the attack in what looks a significantly reshuffled visiting side.

For Millwall, the shape is shaped heavily by injury constraints, and Lyndon Dykes carries the burden of the lone striker role. The symmetry of formations could make this a tightly contested midfield battle, with both double pivots set to dictate the tempo in what is a knockout tie with no margin for error.

How to Watch Millwall vs Newcastle United Match?

What time is Millwall vs Newcastle United?

Millwall host Newcastle United at The Den on 8 September 2026, with kickoff set for 20:00 BST.

Where is Millwall vs Newcastle United being played?

This Carabao Cup third-round tie takes place at The Den, Millwall's home ground in South Bermondsey, London.

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

This Carabao Cup tie will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.