Swansea City 1-1 Millwall: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of Swansea City 1-1 Millwall in the Championship on Saturday, 27 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

The match between Swansea City and Millwall ended in a 1-1 draw, a result that might not surprise many given the recent form of both teams. Swansea, who had a loss and two draws in their last three games, managed to secure a point at home, breaking their run of not winning in their last three matches. Millwall, coming off a win and a draw, showed resilience by equalising just before halftime. The game was marked by early scoring from Swansea's Žan Vipotnik and a crucial equaliser from Millwall's Josh Coburn, highlighting the competitive nature of the encounter.

Both teams displayed moments of quality, but neither could find the winning goal. Swansea's recent results suggest a team struggling to find consistency, while Millwall's performance indicates they are capable of competing with teams in the upper half of the table. The draw keeps both teams in the middle of the pack, with Millwall slightly ahead in the standings. This result, while not extending any winning streaks, shows that both teams are still very much in the mix for a higher position in the Championship.

The statistics from the match reflect a game where Swansea City dominated possession with 64% compared to Millwall's 36%. Despite this, Millwall managed to secure a draw, which is somewhat surprising given the possession disparity. Swansea also had more corners (6 to 4) and a higher successful dribble percentage (55% to 43%), indicating they had more control over the game's tempo. However, Millwall's efficiency in front of goal, particularly with their injury time goal, underscores their ability to capitalise on limited opportunities.

The yellow card count was higher for Millwall with two, compared to Swansea's one, suggesting a slightly more physical approach from the visitors. The number of substitutions also varied significantly, with Millwall making five changes compared to Swansea's two, which might indicate a tactical shift or fatigue management. Overall, the statistics suggest Swansea should have won, but Millwall's resilience and clinical finishing ensured a share of the points.

The game's opening goal came early when Žan Vipotnik scored for Swansea in the 12th minute, setting the tone for an aggressive start. This early lead gave Swansea a psychological edge, but it was short-lived as Millwall's Josh Coburn equalised in the first minute of added time at the end of the first half. This goal was crucial, as it shifted the momentum and ensured Millwall went into the break on level terms.

In the second half, both teams made substitutions in an attempt to find a winner. Swansea brought on Manuel Benson Hedilazio and Adam Uche Idah, while Millwall made multiple changes, including Camiel Neghli and Macaulay Langstaff. Despite these efforts, neither team could break the deadlock, and the game ended with a yellow card for Millwall's Ryan Leonard in the 81st minute, adding tension to the closing stages but no further goals.

Swansea City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Žan Vipotnik leading the attack and scoring the team's only goal. The midfield was anchored by Marko Stamenic and Ethan Galbraith, with Ronald, Malick Yalcouyé, and Zeidane Inoussa providing support in the attacking third. The defense, consisting of Josh Key, Ben Cabango, Cameron Burgess, and Josh Tymon, held firm for most of the game, but couldn't prevent Millwall's equaliser.

The substitutions of Manuel Benson Hedilazio and Adam Uche Idah in the second half were aimed at injecting fresh legs and creativity into the attack. While these changes didn't result in a winning goal, they showed Swansea's intent to push for a victory. Overall, the lineup performed well, but the inability to maintain the lead was a point of frustration.

Millwall opted for a 4-4-1-1 formation, with Josh Coburn as the lone striker and Will Smallbone playing just behind him. The midfield was controlled by Massimo Luongo and Derek Mazou-Sacko, while the defense was led by Ryan Leonard, Tristan Crama, Jake Cooper, and Joe Bryan. This setup allowed Millwall to absorb pressure and counter effectively, as evidenced by their equalising goal.

The team made five substitutions throughout the match, with Camiel Neghli, Macaulay Langstaff, Billy Mitchell, Mihailo Ivanović, and Raees Bangura-Williams coming on. These changes were likely aimed at maintaining energy levels and finding a breakthrough, but ultimately, the game ended in a draw. Josh Coburn's performance, particularly his goal, was a highlight for Millwall, showing their ability to make the most of their opportunities.

Žan Vipotnik is Coral’s Man of the Match, and his performance justified this accolade. Scoring the opening goal in the 12th minute, Vipotnik demonstrated his clinical finishing and ability to impact the game early. His two key passes also highlight his involvement in Swansea's attacking play, even if he didn't add to his goal tally. Vipotnik's contribution was crucial in setting the tone for Swansea's performance.

Recent Championship matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Millwall (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Birmingham City (A)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Hull City (H)

• Win: 2-0 vs Sheffield Wednesday (A)

Recent Championship matches:

• 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)

Sitting at 13th place with 9 points, Swansea City will face Blackburn Rovers, who are in 20th with 6 points, on September 30, 2025. This result against Millwall might encourage Swansea to be more aggressive in their approach, especially against a team lower in the standings. They will look to capitalise on their home advantage and secure a much-needed win to climb the table.

Millwall, currently in 8th place with 11 points, will take on Coventry City, who are in 2nd with 13 points, on October 01, 2025. The draw against Swansea will likely boost their confidence as they prepare to face a strong Coventry side. Millwall will need to maintain their defensive solidity and capitalise on counter-attacks to secure a positive result against a top team.

• Birmingham Vs Sheffield Wednesday

• Hull City Vs Preston

• Sheffield United Vs Southampton

• Blackburn Rovers Vs Swansea

• Leicester City Vs Wrexham

• Middlesbrough Vs Stoke City

• Bristol City Vs Ipswich Town

• Derby County Vs Charlton

• Millwall Vs Coventry

• Portsmouth Vs Watford

• Norwich City Vs West Brom

• QPR Vs Oxford Utd

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