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League Cup massively opens up with shock exits for top Premier League clubs and lower league clubs progressing
The League Cup (Carabao Cup) has suddenly got very interesting for Newcastle United.
Obviously the key point was Eddie Howe's team actually getting through themselves and that was achieved, even if not exactly smooth progress.
Eight outfield changes made, understandable with Chelsea three days later and so many members of the NUFC squad needing…