Newcastle and Palace progress in EFL Trophy

Newcastle United and Crystal Palace's under-21 sides both secured passage to the knockout stages of the Jersey Mike's Trophy with narrow wins at League Two clubs.

Kyran Thompson's goal earned Newcastle's youngsters a 1-0 victory at Rotherham United in Northern Group C to eliminate the Millers and ensured the Magpies will progress along with leaders Bradford City.

David Angibeaud's winner gave Palace a 2-1 win at Newport County in Southern Group E, with the Premier League side now guaranteed to progress alongside Plymouth Argyle.

There was no such luck for Brighton & Hove Albion U21, however, as they were thrashed 6-0 at League One side Cambridge United in Southern Group G.