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Millwall's recent form makes for grim reading at The Den. Alex Neil's side have lost three of their last five Championship outings, winning just once, and sit eleventh in the table. A mounting injury crisis has left the squad significantly depleted, with Neil publicly voicing his frustration over the situation. The Lions have not beaten West Ham since 2004, a drought stretching over two decades heading into this landmark fixture.
West Ham arrive in south-east London as Championship leaders, and their momentum is formidable. Nuno Espírito Santo's men have won four consecutive league matches, plundering 16 goals in that spell to underline their attacking potency. A narrow Carabao Cup defeat to Fulham represents their only recent blemish, though that result should have little bearing on league confidence. Fitness concerns linger over Joël Veltman and Tomáš Souček, but the Hammers' depth remains a clear advantage.
West Ham's credentials for an away win at 1.80 are compelling. The Hammers have won four consecutive Championship fixtures, scoring 16 goals in that devastating run while sitting top of the table. Nuno Espírito Santo's side are averaging close to three goals per match, an extraordinary rate that few defences in the division can withstand.
Millwall's injury crisis, openly acknowledged by Alex Neil, has left the Lions woefully short of options. Their recent sequence of three defeats and a draw from four outings reflects a side struggling for cohesion. The hosts have not beaten West Ham since 2004, a barren stretch spanning over two decades.
The Hammers' firepower makes over 2.5 goals at 1.60 an attractive proposition alongside the outright away win. Minor fitness concerns over Veltman and Souček aside, West Ham's squad depth remains far superior. Backing both teams to score at 1.57 also carries appeal given the volatile nature of this historic Dockers Derby. Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Millwall vs West Ham United
- West Ham scored 16 goals in four wins
- Millwall winless against rivals since 2004
- Hosts depleted by significant injury crisis
Form & Statistics: Millwall vs West Ham United
Millwall
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West Ham United
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Lineups: Millwall vs West Ham United
Millwall
Starters
- 1 Max Crocombe
- 2 Jordi Osei-Tutu
- 3 Caleb Taylor
- 4 Jake Cooper
- 5 Zak Sturge
- 6 Dan Kelly
- 7 Derek Mazou-Sacko
- 8 Mark Sykes
- 9 Camiel Neghli
- 10 Taïryk Arconte
- 11 Lyndon Dykes
Absent
- Tristan Crama (injury)
- Josh Coburn (Foot problem, out until after international break)
- Casper De Norre (Calf injury, out until after international break)
- Romain Esse (Injury, out until after international break)
- Alfie Doughty (Muscle/Hamstring injury, longer-term issue)
- Lukas Jensen (Muscle/Thigh injury, longer-term issue)
- Ryan Leonard (Hamstring injury, longer-term issue)
- Mihailo Ivanović (Hamstring/Broken foot, longer-term issue)
- Mathis Servais (Hamstring injury, longer-term issue)
- Jenson Metcalfe (Red card suspension (3 matches))
West Ham United
Starters
- 1 Mads Hermansen
- 2 Kyle Walker-Peters
- 3 Konstantinos Mavropanos
- 4 Maximilian Kilman
- 5 Morato
- 6 Divine Mukasa
- 7 Arne Engels
- 8 Jarrod Bowen
- 9 Manor Solomon
- 10 Taty Castellanos
- 11 Joel Piroe
Absent
- Lukasz Fabianski (injury)
- Tomáš Souček (injury)
- Joël Veltman (Muscle injury (dead leg), expected to miss, targeting late-September return)
Medium confidence
A 4-2-3-1 against a 4-3-3 shapes up as the tactical contest at The Den, with Millwall looking to press high through a compact midfield block and West Ham relying on the width and movement that Jarrod Bowen and Manor Solomon can provide from the flanks.
Both lineups carry probable status, though West Ham's selection is drawn from a broader spread of credible sources, lending it slightly greater confidence. Lyndon Dykes will be central to whatever Millwall can fashion going forward, and the Lions will need him sharp to trouble a back four marshalled by Kilman and Mavropanos.
How to Watch Millwall vs West Ham United Match?
What time is Millwall vs West Ham United?
Millwall host West Ham at The Den on Friday 19 September 2026, with kickoff set for 12:30 BST.
Where is Millwall vs West Ham United being played?
This fixture takes place at The Den, Millwall's home ground in South Bermondsey, London.
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