The holders survived a tough contest to book a last-four showdown with Manchester City, sealing progress with a dramatic stoppage-time winner that sent the home crowd into raptures.
Drama at the Death
Newcastle took an early lead through Yoane Wissa, who opened his account for the club just 10 minutes into his first start, giving the Magpies a perfect start.
However, Fulham responded quickly when Saša Lukic nodded in an equaliser in the 16th minute, leveling the scores and setting up a tense night at St James’ Park.
With neither side able to break the deadlock through the second half, it looked as though the tie might go to penalties—but Newcastle had other ideas. In stoppage time, 19-year-old Lewis Miley rose highest from a corner to head home the decisive goal and send the hosts into the next round.
Semi-Final Awaiting
The win extends Newcastle’s impressive League Cup run and ensures they will face Manchester City in the semi-finals, a tough test as they look to defend the trophy they claimed last season. The semi-final tie will be played over two legs in January and February next year.
Newcastle Bounce Back
The result also offered a timely morale boost for Eddie Howe’s side after a difficult derby defeat at Sunderland earlier in the weekend. Miley’s late heroics turned disappointment into joy, keeping Newcastle’s hopes alive on multiple fronts this season.
Fulham, despite a spirited performance and a well-worked equaliser, will exit the competition with plenty to ponder as they look ahead to league action.