Millwall vs Bolton confirmed lineups, team news, and key betting odds. Get the latest match insights, prediction analysis, and starting XI updates today.
Millwall vs Bolton Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Championship |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 5 September 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 15:00 UK time |
Venue | The Den |
The starting lineups for the Championship fixture between Millwall and Bolton have been confirmed.
Millwall Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Max Crocombe, Jake Cooper, Jordi Osei-Tutu, Caleb Taylor, Zak Sturge, Jenson Metcalfe, Romain Esse, Camiel Neghli, Taïryk Arconte, Derek Mazou-Sacko, Lyndon Dykes
Substitutes: Tristan Parkes, Danny Batth, Sacha Vieira, Daniel Kelly, Zak Lovelace, Elkan Baggott, Alfie Massey, Filip Marschall
Bolton Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Jack Bonham, Ben Davies, Lewis Brunt, Akin Famewo, Chris Forino, Josh Sheehan, John McAtee, Thierry Gale, Samuel Iling-Junior, Xavier Simons, Sam Dalby
Substitutes: Kyliane Dong, Max Conway, Gavin Bazunu, Rúben Rodrigues, Jayden Nelson, Ethan Erhahon, Theo Bair, Eoin Toal, Ryan Hardie
Millwall vs Bolton Immediate Reaction
Millwall
Millwall set up in a 4-2-3-1 system at The Den, with Lyndon Dykes leading the line as the lone centre-forward. Romain Esse, Camiel Neghli, and Taïryk Arconte provide attacking support from the attacking midfield trio, while Jenson Metcalfe and Derek Mazou-Sacko form the double pivot in front of a defence anchored by Jake Cooper and Caleb Taylor.
Bolton
Bolton also line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, spearheading their attack with striker Sam Dalby. Samuel Iling-Junior, John McAtee, and Thierry Gale will look to create opportunities behind the striker, with Josh Sheehan and Xavier Simons holding the central midfield positions.
Millwall vs Bolton Reactive Bet Builder
Today's four-leg Bet Builder focuses on a home win for Millwall, with forward Lyndon Dykes backed to get on the scoresheet anytime. Both teams to score is also selected, alongside Bolton midfielder Xavier Simons to be shown a card.
Millwall vs Bolton Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Millwall will look to capitalise on home advantage with an attacking setup featuring Dykes, Esse, and Neghli. Bolton carry danger in wide areas through Iling-Junior, but the hosts are expected to find a way through in a closely fought contest.
Score Prediction: 2-1
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