Millwall vs Watford: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

• Millwall predicted to beat London rivals Watford at the Den

• Neither side has started the season in great form, with just three wins between them

• Kwadwo Baah will stretch the Millwall defence, looking to get in behind

Explore Coral’s detailed preview for Millwall vs Watford in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Millwall vs Watford

• Date: Monday, 22 September 2025

• Kick-off: 20:00 BST

• Venue: The Den

Match Prediction: Millwall 2-1 Watford

Millwall's recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five matches. Their victories away from home against Sheffield United and Norwich City suggest they can be effective on the counter-attack, which could be crucial against a Watford side that has struggled to keep clean sheets.

Watford, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results, with one win, two draws, and two losses. Their inability to secure a win at home against Blackburn and Southampton indicates potential vulnerabilities that Millwall might exploit.

The game is likely to be closely contested, with both teams showing they can score but also concede. Millwall's resilience in some games could give them an edge, especially if they manage to capitalise on Watford's defensive frailties. Watford will need to be more solid at the back and more clinical in front of goal if they are to come away with a positive result.

Millwall's recent form has been inconsistent, with notable wins against Sheffield United and Norwich City, both achieved away from home. These victories highlight their ability to perform well on the road, but at home to Watford, things might be different.

Their home losses to Wrexham and Middlesbrough suggest they need to improve their defensive solidity at The Den, though. This inconsistency might affect their confidence, but their away form could give them the edge they need.

Recent Championship Results:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Charlton Athletic (A)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Wrexham (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Sheffield United (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Middlesbrough (H)

• Win: 2-1 vs Norwich City (A)

Watford have had a challenging run of late, with only one win in their last five matches. Their inability to secure victories at home against Blackburn and Southampton is particularly concerning, as it indicates a lack of dominance on their own turf.

However, their draw against Swansea and win against QPR show they can compete away from home. This mixed form could make them unpredictable, but they will need to tighten up defensively to stand a chance against Millwall.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Blackburn Rovers (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Southampton (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Swansea City (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Queens Park Rangers (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Charlton Athletic (A)

Historically, Millwall have had the upper hand in recent encounters with Watford, winning three out of the last five matches. This includes a close 2-1 victory in their most recent away game at Watford, suggesting they have a psychological edge going into this match.

Recent Championship Results

• Watford 1-2 Millwall (08 Mar 2025)

• Millwall 2-3 Watford (10 Aug 2024)

• Millwall 1-0 Watford (02 Mar 2024)

• Watford 2-2 Millwall (28 Oct 2023)

• Watford 0-2 Millwall (26 Dec 2022)

• Lukas Jensen (Achilles) - Doubt

• Danny McNamara (Knee) - Doubt

• Will Smallbone (Calf) - Doubt

• Benicio Baker (Groin) - Doubt

• Casper De Norre (Muscle) - Doubt

• Femi Azeez (Muscle) - Doubt

• Billy Mitchell (Muscle) - Doubt

• Alfie Doughty (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Giorgi Chakvetadze (Finger) - Out

• Caleb Wiley (Adductor) - Doubt

• Pierre Dwomoh (Thigh) - Doubt

• Jeremy Ngakia (Groin) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Benda, Leonard, Crama, Cooper, Bryan, Neghli, Luongo, Cundle, Emakhu, Ivanovic, Coburn

Millwall's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure while relying on the creativity of players like Cundle and Emakhu to unlock Watford's defence. Their recent form indicates they will need to be more clinical in front of goal to secure a win.

• Predicted lineup: Selvik, Keben, Pollock, Pétris, Alleyne, Sissoko, Kyprianou, Vata, Baah, Kjerrumgaard, Doumbia

Watford's predicted lineup indicates a strategy to control the midfield with players like Sissoko and Kyprianou, while relying on the pace of Baah and Alleyne to exploit any gaps in Millwall's defence. Their recent performances suggest they need to be more effective in both defence and attack to challenge Millwall.

• Mihailo Ivanovic vs Mattie Pollock: Pollock's defensive solidity will be crucial in neutralising Ivanovic’s attacking threat.

• Moussa Sissoko vs Massimo Luongo: Sissoko's experience and control in midfield will be tested by Luongo's tenacity and work rate.

• Josh Coburn (Millwall): Coburn's goal-scoring prowess could be the difference-maker for Millwall in this match.

• Kwadwo Baah (Watford): Baah's pace and directness could pose a significant threat to Millwall's defence.

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