Millwall advanced to the next round of the English Football League Cup with a narrow 1-0 away victory over Newport County. The first-round tie on August 13, 2025, was decided by a single goal in a match of few clear opportunities. The Championship side Millwall scored the winner early in the second half, capitalizing on a defensive mistake to slot the ball home. Newport County, of League Two, fought hard and created several half-chances but could not find a way past Millwall's goalkeeper. The match result sends Millwall through, while Newport County exits the competition to focus on their league campaign.