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Neil Harris on Millwall playing four of their next six games at home

Neil Harris is looking forward to Millwall having four of their next six games at home.

The Lions have six games before the next International break with four of them in SE16 starting with today’s visit of Derby County.

Harris told the South London Press. “As Millwall manager I say it is vital for us to be at The Den and the games we have lost we feel unbelievably hard done by. To have lost to Watford in injury-time with the last kick of the game – plus the manner of the goals conceded – and then Luton, where we certainly dominated the second half.

“We feel Sheffield Wednesday and Preston were convincing home wins and then the other two were results we certainly didn’t deserve to lose – that’s for sure.“ The Den is vital for us.”
Millwall’s two wins this season have come at home, against Preston and Sheffield Wednesday. The Rams are similar to the Lions in terms of points picked up at home. Paul Warne’s side are yet to pick up a point away from home with all 12 points coming at Pride Park.

“Derby is going to be a tough challenge, said Harris. “They have been exceptional to pick up 12 points at home. They haven’t picked up a point yet on the road and we’ve got to make sure it is uncomfortable for them.”

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Harris reacts to Cardiff reverse

Neil Harris gave his reaction to his side’s 1-0 defeat at Cardiff City on Tuesday night.

The Lions were beaten 1-0 in the Welsh capital thanks to Perry Ng’s winner – a free header from a corner in the first half.

Harris admitted his disappointment at the “soft goal” his side conceded.

“That’s my gripe with my team. Miscontrolling the ball and giving it away—that can happen, but don’t be soft and concede a poor goal. That’s something we simply can’t allow.”

“I felt we massively helped Cardiff City tonight. That’s our worst league performance this season, without a doubt. It was a poor performance.”

“We haven’t got the points total that we deserve. The stats show we should be much higher up the league table and have more points. The fact is we haven’t. But the stats don’t lie that Cardiff have been the lowest-scoring team and the worst-performing team in the division.

“Individually and collectively we were a poor Millwall side today. I said to the guys: ‘If you aren’t going to be at your best or fluid enough in our play, then you can’t give poor goals away’. Ultimately a Neil Harris team and a Millwall team can’t get suckerpunched on set-plays.”

“I’m disappointed in the performance, and I think it’s the right word to use—disappointed—because the lads have been so good,” Harris said. “We haven’t got a thick squad, we haven’t got loads, we can’t make wholesale changes. We have lots of young players in the group that need time to develop, so I have asked a lot of the group so far. Today is the first time we have not hit the levels.”

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Langstaff off the mark as Lions ease past Preston

Millwall secured an emphatic 3-0 victory over Preston North End at The Den, marking their second win of the season with a dominant display.

Goals from George Honeyman, Romian Esse, and Macaulay Langstaff ensured the Lions took all three points, as Neil Harris’ side outclassed their visitors from start to finish.

The breakthrough came in the 24th minute when Honeyman scored his second-ever goal for Millwall. Macaulay Langstaff, who was a constant threat throughout the game, provided a well-timed pullback, leaving Honeyman to tap the ball into the net from close range and give the Lions a deserved lead.

Millwall’s dominance continued, and they doubled their advantage in the 38th minute with a memorable moment for 18-year-old Romian Esse. Duncan Watmore delivered a perfectly placed cross, and Esse showed great composure to round Preston goalkeeper Freddie Woodman before slotting the ball home, securing his first-ever goal at The Den.

The Lions extended their lead just two minutes into the second half. Langstaff, who had been searching for his first Millwall goal, finally got on the scoresheet. Honeyman was involved once again, delivering a pinpoint cross that Langstaff calmly converted in front of the Cold Blow Lane end, effectively sealing the victory for the hosts.

Millwall had already shown their intent early in the match, with Japhet Tanganga, George Saville, and Joe Bryan all seeing efforts blocked in the opening stages. Preston, meanwhile, struggled to cope with Millwall’s intensity but had brief moments of promise. Lukas Jensen made a crucial save in the 29th minute to deny Brad Potts, while Will Keane headed wide from a Josh Bowler cross just a minute later.

Preston’s best chance in the second half came through Bowler again, but his effort at the back post, following a cross from Duane Holmes, was off target. Will Keane also saw a header blocked by Jake Cooper as the visitors tried to salvage something from the game, but it wasn’t to be.

The only blemish on Millwall’s afternoon came late on when Aidomo Emakhu, after being booked for simulation, was shown a straight red card for his reaction, engaging in an altercation with a Preston defender. The Lions had to play the final minutes with ten men, but the damage was already done.

Preston managed to grab a consolation goal in the 87th minute through Jordan Storey, who finished from close range following a scramble in the box. However, it was too little, too late for the visitors, as Millwall comfortably saw out the game.

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Coburn has debut to remember as Lions seal first win of the season

Millwall secured their first win of the Championship season with a dominant 3-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday.

Josh Coburn, making his debut, opened the scoring, while Duncan Watmore added his fourth goal of the season, and Jake Cooper rounded off the day with a late header.

Neil Harris made one change to the lineup that played out a goalless draw against Hull City last week. With Tom Bradshaw sidelined by a hamstring injury suffered against Leyton Orient, deadline day signing Coburn stepped in to lead the line.

The Lions began the match on the front foot, with Romain Esse, who  signed a new long-term contract in the week, having an effort blocked in the 12th minute. Two minutes later, George Honeyman’s free-kick was headed over by Japhet Tanganga, and Esse continued to look lively, seeing another shot blocked in the 19th minute.

In the 58th minute, Millwall finally broke the deadlock. Honeyman played the ball into Duncan Watmore, who delivered a delightful pass to the back post, where Coburn was waiting to score his first goal for the club.

Millwall doubled their lead in the 71st minute. Joe Bryan’s corner found an unmarked Watmore at the back post, and he calmly slotted home his fourth goal of the season.

As the match neared its conclusion, Millwall added a third goal. George Saville’s searching pass found his midfield partner Casper De Norre, who delivered a pinpoint cross for Jake Cooper to head home, sealing a comprehensive win for the Lions.

This victory marked a perfect afternoon for Millwall, who head into the international break on a high note after securing their first three points of the season.

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Bermondsey Bergkamp departs Millwall

Zian Flemming has departed Millwall to join Championship rivals Burnley on a season-long loan deal, which includes an obligation to buy next summer.

Flemming initially arrived at Millwall in the summer of 2022 for a club-record fee and made an immediate impact, scoring 15 goals in 44 appearances during his debut season. Despite his efforts, the Lions narrowly missed out on a top-six finish after a dramatic 4-3 loss to Blackburn Rovers on the final day.

Last season, Flemming contributed 8 goals in 48 appearances, as Millwall struggled with consistency before Neil Harris returned to guide the team to Championship safety.

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The deal sheet – What is it and how does it work?

The transfer window is into the last hour and deals around the country are still being completed.

Just because Big Ben strikes 11, it does not mean that the business is done as deals can still be completed.

There are many deals that have been agreed by the time of the deadline but personal terms and other arrangements have not always been sorted by that time.

That’s where the deal sheet comes into place.

What is a deal sheet?

A deal sheet is an important document that must be filled with the either the Premier League or the EFL before the deadline.

It must contain a signature from the buying club, the selling club and the player that is moving.

If this is is filed with the EFL or Premier League by the time of the deadline and thee is other things that still need to be sorted then extra time can be granted to seal the deal.

The most important thing is to get that deal sheet to the relevant people.

Famously Real Madrid had failed to file a deal sheet in time to sign David de Gea despite all terms being agreed the sheet was not with the relevant parties by the deadline, this meant the move failed.

 

 

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Deadline Day LIVE!

It’s Deadline Day!

We will be following all the stories from Deadline Day as Millwall and all the clubs across the country look to get their deals done and completed.

Sheffield Wednesday eye Holgate 

Millwall’s upcoming opponents this weekend are reportedly targeting a move for Everton defender Mason Holgate. The 26-year-old was initially set for a transfer to French side Lyon, but that deal has seemingly collapsed. According to Sky Sports Danny Rohl’s side have now entered discussions with Everton to bring Holgate in.

If he is signed he will not be able to play against the Lions tomorrow as the registration deadline was at midday.

Burnley Fail in Bids for Morgan Whittaker

Burnley are still actively seeking to bolster their squad before the transfer window closes, but their pursuit of Morgan Whittaker seems to have hit a dead end. Plymouth Live reports that Plymouth Argyle have no intention of selling Whittaker due to the limited time left to find a replacement. The Clarets initially made a loan offer with an obligation to buy, which was rejected. A subsequent bid for a permanent transfer was also turned down by Plymouth.

Tom Cannon Joins Stoke

Stoke City have secured the services of Tom Cannon on loan from Leicester City. Cannon, who had a successful loan spell at Preston last season, finds himself down the pecking order at Leicester and will look to make an impact with Stoke in the Championship.

What’s Happening Around the Country?

  • Raheem Sterling: The Chelsea winger has received offers to leave the club, with Arsenal emerging as a potential destination. Negotiations over personal terms are ongoing.
  • Ivan Toney: Brentford’s star striker is close to completing a move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli for £40 million.
  • James Ward-Prowse: The West Ham midfielder is on the verge of joining Nottingham Forest on loan, bringing his experience to Forest’s midfield.
  • Jay Stansfield: The young forward, who impressed on loan at Birmingham City last season, is in talks to return to the Blues on another season-long loan. He recently scored against Birmingham in the EFL Cup.

Latest on Aidomo Emakhu

Millwall are considering loaning out Aidomo Emakhu to ensure the young Irishman gets regular game time. The decision hinges on whether the Lions can bring in another winger before the transfer window closes. Manager Neil Harris didn’t rule out a loan move after the recent match against Leyton Orient, leaving the situation fluid depending on Millwall’s incoming transfers.

10:45 Update

  • Mihailo Ivanovic: The Serbian striker is undergoing a medical ahead of his club-record move to Millwall from Vojvodina. The deal, expected to be around €3 million, is set to be finalized this afternoon.
  • Josh Coburn: Millwall are close to completing a season-long loan deal for the Middlesbrough striker. Negotiations have been ongoing, with Middlesbrough needing to secure a replacement first, reportedly Leicester’s Tom Cannon. Coburn’s move could be finalized soon.
  • Millwall’s Transfer Activity: The Lions are also working on securing two additional signings before the transfer deadline.
  • Zian Flemming: Burnley’s pursuit of Millwall’s Zian Flemming continues, but the Lions have already rejected one bid. This is a situation to keep an eye on as the day progresses.
  • Potential Loan Departures: Millwall may see some players leave on loan, depending on how the rest of their transfer business unfolds today.
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Who is Martial Godo?

Millwall have been linked with a move for Fulham’s Martial Godo, with the South London Press confirming the link this morning.

Here’s a closer look at the player.

Martial Godo is a 21-year-old left winger who joined Fulham in 2022. He began his career at Dartford in 2019, progressing through their youth system before moving to Margate on a dual registration deal. Godo made a strong impression at Margate, scoring his first professional goal in a 2-1 victory over Cray Wanderers in 2021. During his time with Margate, he made 18 appearances and scored three goals.

In the summer of 2022, Godo went on trial with Fulham, where he impressed enough to earn a spot in their U21 side. He made his first-team debut for Fulham as a substitute in a 2-0 defeat to Crawley in the EFL Cup in August 2022.

Godo continued to develop his game and played a significant role in Fulham’s 2023/24 Premier League 2 campaign, scoring five goals in the first month. His performances earned him the PL2 Player of the Month award for August 2023. He then moved on loan to Wigan, where he continued to make an impact despite a couple of injury setbacks.

During his loan spell at Wigan, Godo provided an assist on his debut in a 2-1 win over Cambridge in September 2023, and two weeks later, he scored his first goal for the Latics in a 2-1 defeat to Portsmouth. Overall, he made 37 appearances for Wigan, scoring four goals.

If Millwall were to secure Godo’s services, he would offer strong competition for the wide positions in their squad, adding depth and potential to the Lions’ attacking options.

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Lions seal Coburn loan deal

Millwall have secured the signing of Middlesbrough striker Josh Coburn on a season-long loan deal.

The Lions have had a long-standing interest in the 21-year-old and have beaten competition from Preston to secure his services with the South London Press reporting the deal is done.

However, it is not yet known if he will be available to play tomorrow against Sheffield Wednesday.

Head Coach Neil Harris has been eager to strengthen his forward line throughout the summer, especially after the departure of Kevin Nisbet to Aberdeen and Tom Bradshaw’s recent hamstring injury, which has left the team short of options up front.

There is no option to buy in the deal.

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Romain Esse signs new long-term Millwall deal

Romain Esse has agreed to a new long-term deal with Millwall.

The 19-year-old forward from Lambeth had entered the final year of his current contract, raising concerns that rival teams might snap him up. However, those worries have now been put to rest with Esse’s commitment to stay at The Den.

Esse, who is involved with the England U20 setup, is widely regarded as a future star. His potential has already started to turn heads, and he is expected to attract interest from bigger clubs in the coming years. So far, Esse has scored four senior goals, all of which have come away from The Den—at Middlesbrough, Coventry, Portsmouth, and most recently Bristol City in Millwall’s second game of the Championship season.

Having been on the fringes of the first team for the past two seasons, this campaign is set to be his major breakthrough. Esse has started all three of Millwall’s Championship games so far this season, signaling just how highly head coach Neil Harris values him moving forward.

Millwall do not disclose the length of their long term deals.

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