Joe Willock scored a late winner as Newcastle United survived a scare against Championship side Millwall to reach the last 16 of the Carabao Cup. Matthias Jaissle's side struggled to fire in front of goal before the midfielder finally broke the deadlock at the Den.
Bolton Wanderers left back Max Conway has opened the door for a future with Bafana Bafana, revealing a deep-seated desire to represent the South African national team. The 23-year-old defender, who has become a staple for the Trotters in the English Championship, is eligible to play for the 1996 African champions through his grandmother.
Millwall suffered a disastrous night at The Den as a severe injury crisis left them helpless in a 3-0 defeat against Wrexham. Manager Alex Neil saw three more players forced off, leaving his squad drastically depleted amidst an overwhelming physical toll.
The fallout from Southampton’s shocking expulsion from the Championship play-off final is intensifying as rival clubs consider their legal options. Both Millwall and Wrexham are reportedly exploring compensation claims following the 'Spygate' scandal that has thrown the English second tier into total disarray.