Our Millwall vs Newcastle United predictions are based on the two teams’ form going into this EFL Cup third-round clash at The Den in southeast London.Millwall vs Newcastle United head to head overviewDate: Tuesday 8th September.Kick-off: 8pm.Venue: The Den, London, England.Where to watch: Sky Sports Main Event.Millwall vs Newcastle United quick tipsNewcastle United to win and both teams to score – 8/5 with MidniteOver 2.5 goals – 4/6 with BetwayBazoumana Toure to score any time – 17/8 with SBKMillwall vs Newcastle United predictionsAfter an unbeaten start to the Premier League season, Newcastle United will turn their attention back to the EFL Cup on Tuesday.Despite a difficult summer which brought the departure of manager Eddie Howe along with three key players in Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon, Newcastle are yet to lose a game in 2026/27.A 2-2 draw with Liverpool on the opening weekend was followed by an impressive 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, before Newcastle battled back from 2-0 down to collect a point against Bournemouth on Saturday.It was not a vintage performance from Matthias Jaissle’s side, who were outplayed in the first half at St James’ Park, but Newcastle showed admirable spirit to avoid defeat.The EFL Cup brought the northeast outfit huge joy in 2024/25, when Newcastle lifted the trophy to end a 70-year drought without silverware.Jaissle would therefore be advised to have a real go in the competition this term, especially as Newcastle are not in Europe.They got past Championship opposition in the second round, beating West Bromwich Albion 3-2 last month. Now another second-tier side, Millwall, stand in Newcastle’s way.Millwall vs Newcastle United tipsNewcastle United travel south to London to take on Millwall in the EFL Cup this week.Newcastle march onMillwall finished third in the Championship last term before losing to Hull City in the play-off semi-finals. They are among the contenders for promotion again in 2026/27.Their five league games up to now have produced two losses and three wins, the latest of which was a 4-0 thumping of Bolton Wanderers.Millwall have scored in six out of seven fixtures so far this season, with Newcastle’s backline set to be tested.Overall, though, Matthias Jaissle’s men should have enough about them to emerge victorious. Tip Newcastle United to win and both teams to score at 8/5 with Midnite Goals on the cardsNewcastle United have been worth watching in the first few weeks of Matthias Jaissle’s tenure.In three of their four games in all competitions, there have been at least four goals between the two teams.Newcastle will need to tighten up as the season progresses, but at least they are causing their opponents plenty of problems going the other way.As for Millwall, their five Championship matches have contained a total of 18 goals. The evidence points towards an eminently watchable affair at The Den. Go for over 2.5 goals at 4/6 with Betway Newcastle may shuffle packAlthough there is a good chance Newcastle United will target the domestic cups this season, Matthias Jaissle is likely to shuffle his pack on Tuesday.That does not mean he will make wholesale changes to his starting XI, but the manager will view this as a chance to take a look at some fringe squad members.Bazoumana Toure is one man who will be hoping to be involved from the first whistle, especially with William Osula out injured.The Ivorian, a summer signing from Hoffenheim, scored against West Bromwich Albion in the previous round, and he can do so again here. Back Bazoumana Toure to score any time at 17/8 with SBK Millwall vs Newcastle United predicted lineupsMillwall expected lineup: Crocombe; Batth, Cooper, Baggott; Osei-Tutu, Metcalfe, Massey, Cundle, Kelly; Lovelace, Dykes.Newcastle United expected lineup: Jaouen; Livramento, Thiaw, Schar, Hall; Bamba, Miley; Murphy, Harrison, Fernandez-Pardo; Toure.Millwall vs Newcastle United latest oddsFind the latest Millwall vs Newcastle United betting odds here. All odds are provided by our recommended football bookmakers and are subject to change.Millwall: 4/1 with MidniteDraw: 3/1 with BetwayNewcastle United: 4/9 with SBKMore EFL Cup predictionsWe have plenty more EFL Cup predictions and picks – find our latest betting tips from expert punters in our match preview overview.Important historical facts about Millwall vs Newcastle United for bettingThis will be Millwall and Newcastle United’s first meeting in more than 33 years. Their last game in the EFL Cup came in August 1977, when Millwall won 1-0 at St James’ Park.Last meeting: 17th April 1993; Millwall 1-2 Newcastle United.Last 6 matches: Millwall wins – 3; Newcastle United wins – 2; Draws – 1.About the authorGreg LeaGreg Lea is a freelance football writer from London. He predominantly covers the Premier League and has had work published by the Guardian, FourFourTwo, ESPN and others.Follow Greg on X: @GregLeaFootballCommercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to talkSPORT. 18+. 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