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Millwall vs Bolton

ChampionshipSaturday, 5 September 202614:00 UTCThe Den, London
MillwallMillwall(H)
vs
(A)BoltonBolton

Match Prediction

We say:

MIL 22 BOL

Betting Tip

Double chance : Millwall or draw

Win Probability

38%
32%
30%
MIL 38%Draw 32%30% BOL
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Match Preview

Millwall are in impressive form with 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats from their last 5 outings. They have scored at a steady rate averaging 1.4 goals per game, while conceding 1.6.

For Bolton, the picture is quite different. Recent form suggests Bolton are hard to predict right now — 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses in their last 0. In recent encounters between these sides, the results have been fairly evenly split, with 2 home wins, 2 away wins and 2 draws. With 13 goals in 6 games (2.2 per match), the fixture has tended to be more measured.

With both teams showing defensive organisation recently, this could be a game where patience and discipline are rewarded. Set pieces and individual moments may prove decisive. Millwall will look to assert their authority early and put pressure on Bolton's defence. If they can convert their dominance into goals, it could be a long afternoon for the visitors.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the model suggesting a draw is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 2-2 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 35%. Kick-off in the Championship awaits.

Millwall Key Points

  • Home advantage at familiar venue
  • Strong attacking transitions
  • Set-piece efficiency

Bolton Key Points

  • Compact defensive structure
  • Counter-attacking speed
  • Midfield press resistance

Team News

Projected Lineups

MillwallMillwallFormation: 4-3-3Predicted
15
M. CrocombeGK
6
C. TaylorDEF
5
J. CooperDEF
3
Z. SturgeDEF
17
M. SykesDEF
10
C. NeghliMID
24
C. De NorreMID
14
J. MetcalfeMID
19
J. CoburnFWD
7
T. ArconteFWD
11
F. AzeezFWD

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
1 L. Jensen(GK)43 J. Coleman(GK)41 G. Evans(GK)18 R. Leonard(DEF)12 E. Baggott(DEF)23 D. Batth(DEF)55 T. Crama(DEF)
BoltonBoltonFormation: 4-2-3-1Predicted
10
S. DalbyFWD
45
J. McAteeMID
11
T. GaleMID
16
S. Iling JuniorMID
8
J. SheehanMID
21
E. ErhahonMID
5
L. BruntDEF
3
C. Forino-JosephDEF
14
A. FamewoDEF
25
M. ConwayDEF
1
J. BonhamGK

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
31 G. Bazunu(GK)13 N. Broome(GK)23 D. Harrington(GK)6 B. Davies(DEF)22 Gaizka Larrazabal(DEF)18 E. Toal(DEF)40 H. Irwin(MID)

Subject to last-minute changes


Head-to-Head

1 Millwall wins2 draws3 Bolton wins
DateCompetitionHomeScoreAway
2019-03-09ChampionshipBolton2 - 1Millwall
2018-11-24ChampionshipMillwall1 - 1Bolton
2018-04-10ChampionshipBolton0 - 2Millwall
2017-08-12ChampionshipMillwall1 - 1Bolton
2016-11-19League OneBolton2 - 0Millwall
2016-10-18League OneMillwall0 - 2Bolton

Millwall — Last 5 Matches

WWWLL
Bristol City2-0
Championship
Norwich3-0
Championship
Cambridge United1-0
League Cup
Southampton1-5
Championship
Wrexham0-3
Championship

Bolton — Last 5 Matches

Millwall — Next 5 Matches

Millwall vs BoltonSat 5 Sept
Championship
Millwall vs NewcastleTue 8 Sept
League Cup
Blackburn vs MillwallSat 12 Sept
Championship
Middlesbrough vs MillwallTue 15 Sept
Championship
Millwall vs West HamSat 19 Sept
Championship

Bolton — Next 5 Matches

Millwall vs BoltonSat 5 Sept
Championship
Bolton vs West HamTue 8 Sept
Championship
Bolton vs CardiffSat 12 Sept
Championship
Norwich vs BoltonSun 20 Sept
Championship
Bolton vs Stoke CitySat 10 Oct
Championship

Match Odds

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