Our prediction for this Championship match:
The Den will host a feisty London derby as Millwall take on QPR in Championship Round 30. The Lions have regained their confidence with back-to-back wins over Luton and Portsmouth and they do not want to stop now. Despite dealing with injuries to Azeez, Coburn, Emakhu, Langstaff, Leonard, and McNamara, Millwall’s recent form suggests they have enough potential to overcome their local rivals.
QPR, on the other hand, continue to struggle for consistency. A 2-0 defeat to Sheffield Wednesday last time out exposed their defensive problems, and they now face a tough test against a Millwall side gaining momentum. The Hoops are also dealing with injury concerns, with Andersen, Celar, and Dembele all sidelined. With home advantage and an upturn in form, Millwall look well-positioned to claim another three points. Taking everything into account, we predict that the in-form hosts are going to emerge triumphant in the London derby.
Highlighted Team (Millwall):
Based in Bermonsdey, South East London, Millwall are a football club whose supporters have often been associated with hooliganism. West Ham United are considered the club’s biggest rivals and there have always been fireworks in clashes between the two teams.
The Lions share rivalry with Charlton as well and the two teams first met back in 1921. The Den is Milwall’s home ground at the capacity of the stadium, which was opened in 1993, is 20.146.
The capital club did well to make it to the 2003/2004 FA Cup final, but Premier League giants Manchester United proved to be a big catch for the Lions. The Red Devils won the game 3-0, but despite suffering the heavy loss in the title game, Milwall booked their place in the UEFA Cup. However, Ferencvaros of Hungary proved to be a big catch for the English outfit in the two-legged tie.
Australia international Tim Cahill is considered one of the most notable footballers who whore Millwall shirt (1998-2004).