Newcastle United hosted Fulham at St. James’ Park earlier this evening, aiming for a home victory in the EFL Cup. The Magpies started strong, taking the lead in the tenth minute when Yoane Wissa scored. However, just six minutes later, Sasa Lukic brought the Cottagers level, and the two teams went into half-time with the score tied at 1-1.
In a thrilling finish, Lewis Miley netted the winning goal for Newcastle during injury time, sealing a narrow 2-1 victory in front of their home supporters.
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Here’s how each Newcastle United player performed against Fulham.
The goalkeeper made several crucial saves but was unable to keep a clean sheet.
RB: Lewis Miley – 8.5/10
Miley excelled defensively and scored the decisive goal in injury time.
CB: Malick Thiaw – 7/10
Thiaw put in a strong defensive performance throughout the match.
CB: Fabian Schar – 6.5/10
Schar cleared the ball effectively but also failed to maintain a clean sheet.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 17: Lewis Miley of Newcastle United celebrates with Manager Eddie Howe after the Carabao Cup Quarter-Final match against Fulham at St James’ Park on December 17, 2025, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
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LB: Tino Livramento – 6/10
While he struggled defensively, he posed an attacking threat.
CM: Joe Willock – 6.5/10
Willock made two promising runs but was unable to score.
CM: Bruno Guimaraes – 7/10
Guimaraes had a positive impact on both defence and attack.
CM: Jacob Ramsey – 7/10
Ramsey contributed defensively and created two significant chances in the final third.
LW: Harvey Barnes – 7/10
Barnes consistently threatened down the left wing but did not find the net.
ST: Yoane Wissa – 7/10
Wissa scored the opening goal early but was less involved in the second half.
RW: Jacob Murphy – 6/10
Murphy caught the eye with some moments of skill but lacked a goal-scoring presence.
Substitutes:
CM: Sandro Tonali – 7/10
Tonali came off the bench and provided an assist.
ST: Nick Woltemade – 6/10
Woltemade created one notable chance in the attacking third.
CB: Alex Murphy – 6/10