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Newcastle Sweep Past Bradford 4-1 to Reach League Cup Fourth Round

Eddie Howe's rotated side showed depth against League One leaders at St James' Park.. Joelinton

Soccer Football - Carabao Cup - Third Round - Newcastle United v Bradford City - St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain - September 24, 2025 Newcastle United's William Osula scores their fourth goal Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith
Soccer Football - Carabao Cup - Third Round - Newcastle United v Bradford City - St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain - September 24, 2025 Newcastle United's Joelinton scores their third goal Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith
Soccer Football - Carabao Cup - Third Round - Newcastle United v Bradford City - St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain - September 24, 2025 Newcastle United's Joelinton celebrates scoring their third goal with William Osula Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith
Soccer Football - Carabao Cup - Third Round - Newcastle United v Bradford City - St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain - September 24, 2025 Newcastle United's William Osula celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Bruno Guimaraes Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith

Overview

  • Joelinton and William Osula each scored twice as the holders advanced with a comfortable win.
  • Newcastle controlled the tie with 26 attempts and 77% possession, according to local reports.
  • Eddie Howe made seven changes from the weekend draw at Bournemouth yet still named a strong lineup featuring Bruno Guimaraes, Anthony Gordon and Anthony Elanga.
  • Bradford goalkeeper Sam Walker produced a string of saves that prevented a heavier defeat.
  • Substitute Andy Cook struck late for a consolation after Aaron Ramsdale had made early stops for Newcastle.