Millwall FC and Hull City AFC prepare for a tense Championship play-off semi-final second leg at The Den after a nervy goalless draw in the opening encounter.

Millwall will fancy their chances of progressing to Wembley thanks to their impressive recent home form. Alex Neil’s side have won four of their last six home Championship matches while keeping clean sheets in all four victories. The Lions have built their success around defensive organisation and dangerous set-piece routines, which were once again evident during the first leg.

The atmosphere at The Den is expected to play a huge role, especially with Millwall chasing a first-ever Championship play-off final appearance. Despite failing to score in the first leg, the hosts created dangerous moments through aerial pressure and long throws.

Hull City remain dangerous opponents though, especially after proving resilient throughout the season despite operating under major financial restrictions. Sergej Jakirović’s men have struggled away from home recently, winning only one of their last seven road matches, but they already secured a 3-1 victory at The Den earlier this season.

With both teams knowing the importance of avoiding costly mistakes, this could become another tightly contested battle where small moments decide the outcome.

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Team News

Millwall could welcome Caleb Taylor back after missing the first leg, while Josh Coburn has returned and impressed in attack. Alex Neil may also consider changes in the wide areas following a quiet performance from Thierno Ballo.

Hull City remain without Cody Drameh, Eliot Matazo, Toby Collyer, and Amir Hadziahmetovic. Joe Gelhardt is expected to continue supporting Oli McBurnie in attack.

Head-to-Head Record

Hull City have won their last two visits to The Den and are unbeaten in four away meetings against Millwall. The Tigers also defeated Millwall 3-1 at this stadium earlier in the campaign.

Key Players to Watch

Jake Cooper – Millwall

Cooper remains crucial to Millwall’s defensive strength and attacking set-pieces after creating more chances than any player in the first leg.

Kyle Joseph – Hull City

Joseph has been directly involved in three of Hull’s four goals against Millwall this season and could once again prove decisive.

Millwall vs Hull City Betting Tips Today

• Under 2.5 Goals
• Both Teams To Score – No
• Millwall to Win
• Correct Score: Millwall 1-0 Hull City

Millwall vs Hull City Prediction

The first leg showed just how cautious both teams are likely to be in this decisive playoff encounter. Millwall’s excellent defensive home record and the intimidating atmosphere at The Den could give them the edge in another tense contest.

Hull have enough attacking quality to threaten, but their recent away struggles and Millwall’s set-piece strength may ultimately prove decisive.

Predicted Score

Millwall 1-0 Hull City