In a match when neither keeper had much to do, particularly the visitors, Romain Esse’s 13th-minute goal was enough to earn Millwall victory.
Pompey raised their game in the second half, with Sammy Silvera and Zak Swanson catching the eye, yet they couldn't carve out enough opportunities to force home an equaliser.
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18. Portsmouth Zak Swanson (22) during the EFL Cup match between Portsmouth and Millwall at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, England on 13 August 2024.
Zak Swanson was handed a start against Millwall in the Carabao Cup. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown

