Newcastle manager Bruce defends Cup elimination

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Newcastle manager Bruce defends Cup elimination

Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce insists his side were unlucky in their loss to Burnley on Wednesday.

Toon exited the Carabao Cup at the second-round after losing on penalties to the Clarets, with the game finishing 0-0 after 90 minutes.

"We played very well on the night, I have to say," Bruce told reporters after the game.

"I can't really remember my goalkeeper having to make a save.

"We've created some great chances and we didn't take them.

"Unfortunately for us, it proved costly but I couldn't fault the way we played.