{"id":7987,"date":"2025-09-25T10:47:57","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T07:47:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/?p=7987"},"modified":"2025-09-25T10:47:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T07:47:58","slug":"newcastle-thrash-bradford-city-4-1-in-carabao-cup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/newcastle-thrash-bradford-city-4-1-in-carabao-cup\/","title":{"rendered":"Newcastle Thrash Bradford City 4-1 in Carabao Cup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Joelinton and Osula Shine<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newcastleunited.com\/en\">Newcastle United<\/a> powered past Bradford City with a commanding 4-1 victory in the Carabao Cup. Goals from Joelinton and William Osula ensured Eddie Howe\u2019s men advanced in style, as the Magpies look to defend their crown after last year\u2019s historic triumph.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Match Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Newcastle, the reigning Carabao Cup champions, showed their quality against League Two side Bradford City at St. James\u2019 Park. Having ended a 70-year wait for silverware by lifting the trophy last season in a thrilling final against Liverpool, Eddie Howe\u2019s side are determined to make another deep run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"444\" height=\"553\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-3.jpg 444w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-3-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-3-150x187.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-3-300x374.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">@nufc<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Magpies, who are balancing Premier League form with their Champions League campaign against giants like Barcelona, delivered a strong performance that underlined their ambition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Match Moments<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>17\u2019 \u2013 Joelinton strikes first:<\/strong> The Brazilian forward opened the scoring with a well-taken finish, giving Newcastle the early advantage.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>19\u2019 \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newcastleunited.com\/en\/teams\/mens-team\/william-osula-profile\">Osula doubles the lead<\/a>:<\/strong> Just minutes later, William Osula made it 2-0, punishing Bradford with his pace and sharp instincts in front of goal.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>75\u2019 \u2013 Joelinton at the double:<\/strong> Returning for his second of the night, Joelinton capped a dominant Newcastle display by slotting home to make it 3-0.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>79\u2019 \u2013 Bradford fight back:<\/strong> A. Cook grabbed a consolation for the visitors, rewarding their persistence with a goal that gave their traveling fans something to celebrate.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>87\u2019 \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierleague.com\/en\/players\/538207\/william-osula\/overview\">Osula finishes it off:<\/a><\/strong> The young striker netted his second, ensuring Newcastle finished with an emphatic 4-1 scoreline.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"455\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-4.jpg 455w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-4-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-4-150x185.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-4-300x369.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-4-324x400.jpg 324w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">@nufc<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Joelinton and Osula Lead the Charge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Joelinton proved once again why he has become a key figure for Newcastle, combining power with precision to bag two goals. Alongside him, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierleague.com\/en\/players\/538207\/william-osula\/overview\">William Osula<\/a><\/strong> was equally impressive, also scoring twice and showcasing the future promise Newcastle have in their squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"443\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-1-1.jpg 443w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-1-1-239x300.jpg 239w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-1-1-150x189.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-1-1-300x377.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 443px) 100vw, 443px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">@nufc<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The pair caused Bradford\u2019s defense constant problems, their movement and finishing leaving the visitors unable to cope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bradford\u2019s Resilient Effort<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the heavy defeat, Bradford City displayed moments of resilience. Their determination was rewarded with a goal from Cook in the 79th minute, and they kept fighting until the final whistle. However, the gap in quality between the two sides was clear, as Newcastle\u2019s relentless attack proved too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Newcastle\u2019s Ambition: Carabao Cup and Beyond<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With this win, Newcastle progress confidently into the next round of the <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efl.com\/competitions\/carabao-cup\/about-the-carabao-cup\/\">Carabao Cup<\/a><\/em><\/strong> as they set their sights on defending the title. Last season\u2019s triumph marked the club\u2019s first major trophy in 70 years, and Eddie Howe\u2019s men are eager to build on that success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"447\" height=\"553\" data-id=\"7991\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7991\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-2.jpg 447w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-2-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-2-150x186.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-2-300x371.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Newcastle-v-Bradford-City-2-324x400.jpg 324w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 447px) 100vw, 447px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside their domestic ambitions, Newcastle are also competing in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/barcelona-edge-newcastle-2-1-at-st-james-park\/\">UEFA Champions League<\/a><\/strong>, facing European giants such as Barcelona. Their strong performances in both the Premier League and cup competitions underline their growing dominance under Howe\u2019s leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Newcastle\u2019s 4-1 victory over Bradford City was a showcase of both their attacking firepower and squad depth. With <strong>Joelinton and Osula leading the scoring charge<\/strong>, the Magpies continue their journey to defend the Carabao Cup and establish themselves as a powerhouse in both English and European football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Bradford, the night was tough, but their resilience against top opposition offered valuable experience as they turn back to their league campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng-m\">Bet<\/a>&nbsp;with Bangbet \u2013 where unbeatable odds meet thrilling bonuses, free bets, and nonstop promos! 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