Millwall vs West Bromwich Albion: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Millwall vs West Bromwich Albion in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Millwall vs West Bromwich Albion

• Date: Saturday, 04 October 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: The Den

Match Prediction: Millwall 1-1 West Bromwich Albion

Millwall's recent form has been inconsistent, with two losses and two draws in their last five games. They will need to be more solid defensively, especially after conceding four goals against Coventry at home. West Bromwich Albion, on the other hand, have shown resilience with two wins and a draw in their recent outings. Their ability to grind out results on the road could be crucial, particularly after their 1-0 victory against Norwich City.

The match is likely to be closely contested, with both teams often showing a tendency to keep games tight. Millwall's home advantage might give them a slight edge, but West Brom's recent away form suggests they can pose a significant threat. The game could hinge on moments of individual brilliance or defensive lapses.

Millwall's recent form has been up and down, with their most notable result being a 1-0 win against Watford at home. However, heavy defeats like the 0-4 loss to Coventry City highlight their defensive vulnerabilities. This inconsistency could impact their confidence going into the game against West Bromwich Albion. They will need to tighten up at the back to stand a chance of securing a positive result.

• Loss: 0-4 vs Coventry City (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Swansea City (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Watford (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Charlton Athletic (A)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Wrexham (H)

West Bromwich Albion have shown a mix of results in their recent games, with two wins, a draw, and two losses. Their ability to secure victories on the road, such as the 1-0 win against Norwich City, suggests they can be competitive away from home. However, their home form has been less convincing, with a loss to Derby County. They will need to maintain their focus and discipline to exploit Millwall's defensive frailties.

• Win: 1-0 vs Norwich City (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Leicester City (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Middlesbrough (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Derby County (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Stoke City (A)

The head-to-head record between Millwall and West Bromwich Albion shows a pattern of closely contested matches, with of their last five encounters ending in a draw. The most recent game finished 1-1, suggesting that both teams are evenly matched. This history indicates that the upcoming match could be another tight affair, with neither side likely to dominate.

• Millwall 1-1 West Bromwich Albion (15 Feb 2025)

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• West Bromwich Albion 0-0 Millwall (23 Sep 2023)

• West Bromwich Albion 0-0 Millwall (01 Apr 2023)

• Lukas Jensen (Achilles) - Doubt

• Danny McNamara (Knee) - Doubt

• Benicio Baker (Groin) - Doubt

• Casper De Norre (Muscle) - Doubt

• Alfie Doughty (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Joe Wallis (International Duty) - Out

• Alex Williams (Ankle) - Doubt

• Karlan Grant (Leg) - Doubt

• Daryl Dike (Thigh) - Doubt

• Tammer Bany (Muscle) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Benda, Harding, Crama, Cooper, Bryan, Mazou-Sacko, Mitchell, Neghli, Cundle, Emakhu, Ivanovic

Millwall's predicted lineup suggests a focus on solidity in defence with Crama and Cooper, while the inclusion of Emakhu indicates an intent to pose a threat on the counter-attack.

• Predicted lineup: Griffiths, Campbell, Phillips, Mepham, Taylor, Molumby, Mowatt, Iling-Junior, Price, Johnston, Maja

West Bromwich Albion's predicted lineup shows a balance between defence and attack, with Campbell and Phillips at the back and Maja leading the line, suggesting they aim to control the game and exploit any openings.

• Aidomo Emakhu vs George Campbell: This duel will see Millwall's impressive Emakhu test West Brom's defender Campbell with his creativity and movement.

• Luke Cundle vs Jayson Molumby: The midfield battle between Millwall's Cundle and West Brom's Molumby will be crucial, with both players looking to control the tempo of the game.

• Derek Mazou-Sacko (Millwall): His role will be vital for Millwall, as his ability to control and distribute the ball could affect their performance.

• Mikey Johnston (West Bromwich Albion): Johnston’s presence out wide for West Bromwich Albion will be key, as his goal-scoring threat could be the difference in a tight game.

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