Newcastle United and Crystal Palace's under-21 sides both secured knockout stage progression in the Jersey Mike's Trophy. Kyran Thompson's goal earned Newcastle a 1-0 win at Rotherham United, eliminating the Millers and ensuring the Magpies advance alongside group leaders Bradford City. In Southern Group E, David Angibeaud's winner gave Palace a 2-1 victory at Newport County, guaranteeing their progression alongside Plymouth Argyle.
Brighton & Hove Albion U21 suffered a 6-0 defeat at League One side Cambridge United in Southern Group G. Over-age player Ben Barclay was sent off for deliberate handball in the first half, leading to Isaac Heath's penalty and Cambridge's five additional goals. Callum Stead scored twice as the U's achieved their third consecutive win, clinching top spot and ending Brighton's hopes.
In Northern Group H, Doncaster Rovers defeated Rochdale 4-1, eliminating both the hosts and Liverpool U21, who can no longer finish higher than third in the pool.
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