Millwall vs Stoke City: Crunch Time for Lions in Play-Off Race
Millwall’s quest to secure a play-off spot is entering a crucial phase, with only 13 Championship matches remaining. Their upcoming match against Stoke City at bet365 Stadium on Saturday is a must-win game for the Lions, who are currently in fifth place with 50 points.
Millwall’s Recent Form
In their previous Championship fixture, Millwall drew 1-1 against Burnley at The Den. The result left them 11 points behind second-placed Sheffield United, who are currently in line for promotion. Millwall are level on points with seventh-placed Watford in the race for the play-offs.
On the attacking front, Tom Bradshaw and Zian Flemming have been Millwall’s leading lights in the 2022/2023 season, scoring 11 and nine goals respectively.
Stoke City’s Recent Form
Stoke City are currently in 17th place with 40 points. They have scored 39 goals and conceded 40 in their 33 Championship matches so far. In their last league fixture, Stoke won 3-1 against Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium.
Lewis Baker, Jacob Brown, and Tyrese Campbell have been the standout players for Stoke City this season. Baker is their top scorer with seven goals, followed by Brown and Campbell with five each.
Millwall vs Stoke City Head-to-Head
The last time these two sides met in the Championship, Millwall emerged victorious with a 2-0 win at The Den in July. Charlie Cresswell scored both goals for the Lions, finding the back of the net in the 12th and 65th minute.
Stoke City’s Home Record
Stoke City have won five, drawn four, and lost seven of their 16 home fixtures in the Championship this season. They are currently on a three-match unbeaten streak at home, with wins over Reading and Swansea City and a draw against Blackburn Rovers.
Millwall’s Away Record
In their away matches, Millwall have earned 18 points from a possible 48, with five wins, three draws, and eight losses. They will be looking to improve their away form to cement their position in the play-off race.
Conclusion
Both Millwall and Stoke City are in need of a win to keep their respective goals alive. Millwall will be looking to their attacking duo of Bradshaw and Flemming to deliver the goals, while Stoke City will rely on the likes of Baker, Brown, and Campbell to lead them to victory. It promises to be an intriguing encounter as the two sides battle it out for vital points in the Championship.