Alex Neil praised Lukas Jensen’s exceptional performance after the Millwall goalkeeper saved all four penalties to eliminate QPR and advance to the Carabao Cup second round.
Following a 1-1 draw, including a late Mark Sykes own goal, Millwall triumphed 2-0 in the shootout after six missed spot-kicks. Jensen, returning from a 15-month injury layoff, denied penalties from Ilias Chair, Harvey Vale, Koki Saito, and Kwame Poku.
Neil remarked, “Saving four penalties is incredibly rare. Jensen dreamed of this moment after his long absence. His professionalism and resilience make this victory even more special.”
Burnley progressed with a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Notts County after a 1-1 draw. Kyle Walker converted the decisive spot-kick as goalkeeper Max Weiss denied Emile Acquah and Jacob Bedeau.
Leicester secured a 1-0 win against Northampton under new manager Russell Martin, with Caleb Okoli’s first-half goal.
Norwich routed MK Dons 4-1 at Carrow Road, with early goals from Mohamed Touré and Andre Brooks capitalizing on defensive errors.
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Blackburn overcame Burton 2-1 in a comeback, with late strikes from Andri Gudjohnsen and Jayden Fevrier. Tony Mowbray emphasized the need for greater attacking precision.
Preston defeated Huddersfield 2-1 in a shootout at Goodison Park, with Delano Burgzorg scoring the decisive penalty after a late equalizer from Jusef Erabi.
Sheffield Wednesday edged Bolton 1-0, with Jamal Lowe’s 70th-minute goal and a red card for Xavier Simons.
Shrewsbury beat Salford 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with nine missed kicks and a winning spot-kick by Arkell Jude-Boyd.
Stoke defeated Oldham 2-0 via an own goal and late strike from Robert Bozenik, while Birmingham narrowly beat Swansea 1-0.
Fleetwood claimed a 1-0 win over Chesterfield, with Ched Evans scoring and captain Matt Lawlor praising his leadership.
Reading advanced 5-4 on penalties after saving Joel Pereira’s decisive save on Ethon Archer.
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Derby lost 2-1 to Lincoln, who scored via deflections and a late strike.
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Watford secured a 1-0 victory over Crawley via Marc Bola’s 99th-minute strike under new manager Alessio Dionisi.
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Cambridge overcame Barnet 2-1 with rapid goals, while Leyton Orient defeated Oxford 2-0, featuring crosses from debutant Charlie Wellens.
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AFC Wimbledon progressed 5-4 on penalties after a dramatic equalizer by Nathaniel McIntyre.
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Crewe won 2-1 against Accrington with a last-minute header from Luca Moore.
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Doncaster advanced 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with goalkeeper Tommy Simkin denying key attempts.
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Charlton routed Cheltenham 3-1, with braces from Matty Godden and Tyreece Campbell.
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Barnsley won 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Jon Mellish’s effort saved by Rogan Ravenhill’s knee.
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Luton thrashed Gillingham 3-0, while Blackpool beat Grimsby 3-1 and Bradford edged Rochdale 2-0.
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