Millwall vs Derby prediction, probable lineups, odds and betting tips. Get team news, odds and bet builder ideas before Saturday's Championship clash.
Millwall vs Derby Match Summary
Competition | English Championship (2026/2027 season) |
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Match Date | Saturday 31 October 2026 |
Match Time | 15:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | London, The Den |
Millwall host Derby at The Den on Saturday in their annual Remembrance fixture, and this Championship meeting pits a stalling bottom-half side against one stuck in the relegation zone.
Alex Neil's side arrive bruised after defeat to Portsmouth, having won just one of their last eight in all competitions. That slide has dropped the Lions into the bottom half.
John Eustace's Derby are in a worse spot, sitting 23rd in the table. Dion Sanderson's red card at Sheffield United last time out leaves them another body short.
History is firmly with the hosts. Millwall are undefeated in their last seven matches against Derby in all competitions, and the Millwall vs Derby betting odds reflect that.
Millwall vs Derby Form
Millwall's slump is real. The Portsmouth result was their fifth defeat in 12 Championship outings this season. Lyndon Dykes is the focal point with four goals to his name, and with attacking set pieces and aerial duels their strongest suits, expect plenty of direct balls aimed at him.
Derby have drawn three and lost five of their last eight Championship matches, so talk of improvement badly needs results to match. Bobby Clark is the bright spot in the engine room, scoring his third goal of the season in the draw at Sheffield United. Finishing remains their big problem, and that is what keeps them in trouble.
Millwall vs Derby Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Millwall: Casper De Norre (Injured/out), Mathis Servais (Injured/out), Taïryk Arconte (Injured/out), Filip Marschall (Injured/out), Josh Coburn (Injured/out), Lukas Jensen (Injured/out), Massimo Luongo (Unfit)
Derby: Patrick Agyemang (Injured/out), Eiran Cashin (Injured/out), C. Taylor (Injured/out), Derry John Murkin (Injured/out), Matt Clarke (Injured/out), Lewis Travis (Injured/out), Craig Forsyth (Injured/out), Sondre Langås (Injured/out), Henrik Meister (Injured/doubtful), Dion Sanderson (Suspended)
Millwall
The big Millwall vs Derby lineups call for the hosts is whether Alex Neil hands Romain Esse a start, and Mihailo Ivanovic is back after returning from the injury list against Portsmouth. The treatment room is still busy, with Casper De Norre, Josh Coburn and Massimo Luongo among seven players unavailable.
Derby
Dion Sanderson serves a suspension after his red card against Sheffield United, and Henrik Meister is a doubt after picking up an injury in the same game. Jack Robinson and Filip Bilbija could both start, but with eight players injured on top of that, this is a threadbare squad.
Millwall vs Derby Predicted Lineup
Millwall
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Max Crocombe; Tristan Crama, Jake Cooper, C. Taylor, Zak Sturge; Jenson Metcalfe, Derek Mazou-Sacko; Romain Esse, Camiel Neghli, Kyrell Lisbie; Lyndon Dykes (probable XI)
Derby
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Jacob Widell Zetterström; Joe Ward, Jack Robinson, Ryan Nyambe, Ryan Hedges; David Ozoh, Bobby Clark; Rhian Brewster, Filip Bilbija, Sam Szmodics; Carlton Morris (probable XI)
Millwall vs Derby Key Stats & Match Facts
Derby have received 2+ cards in 3 of their last 3 matches against Millwall (Championship).
Carlton Morris has attempted 3+ shots in 5 of his last 7 appearances against Millwall (Championship).
Sam Szmodics has attempted 3+ shots in 5 of his last 7 appearances (Championship).
Jake Cooper has committed 2+ fouls in 5 of his last 5 appearances (Championship).
David Ozoh has committed 2+ fouls in 5 of his last 5 appearances (Championship).
Millwall vs Derby Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: A Millwall win, with Derby's blunt, injury-ravaged attack finding goals hard to come by at The Den. The hosts are 4/6 with 10Bet. That is an implied probability of 60%, which feels fair for a side with far more muscle in both boxes than this patched-up Derby XI, and it shapes our Millwall vs Derby best bets.
Best Bets
Millwall to beat Derby in the Win Market. Millwall are home favourites against a Derby side that hasn't won in its last 8 Championship games. The projections give Millwall a 55% win probability, against just 20% for Derby. A visiting squad stripped by injuries and a suspension does not look built to spring a surprise in south-east London's most hostile setting.
Both Teams To Score: No. Derby have a weak attack and are short of options, so Millwall may keep a clean sheet. Millwall have seen under 2.5 goals in 7 of their last 8 matches against Derby in all competitions. Derby's finishing is one of their clear weaknesses, so a home clean sheet is far from fanciful.
Millwall vs Derby Bet Builder
Our Millwall vs Derby bet builder tips lean on Bobby Clark's shooting, a corner-heavy contest and a Derby card, with the four legs combining at 22/1 with Bet365.
Bobby Clark over 1.5 shots. He has attempted 2+ shots in 6 of his 6 most recent Championship appearances, and Derby lean on him to carry the threat from deep.
Over 13.5 total corners. This line has landed in 4 of Millwall's last 6 matches, and with both sides crossing often and Derby playing with width, corners should pile up.
Bobby Clark over 0.5 shots on target. The midfielder has recorded 1+ shots on target in 5 of the last 6 Championship appearances he has made, so his volume regularly tests the goalkeeper.
Jack Robinson to be shown a card. Against Millwall in the Championship, the defender has been carded in 3 of his previous 4 appearances, and opponents tend to play aggressively against the Lions.
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Millwall vs Derby Talking Points
The key battle is in the air. Attacking set pieces and aerial duels are Millwall's standout strengths, while defending set pieces is one of Derby's weak spots, so Lyndon Dykes should be a menace at every dead ball. Derby are so stretched that they signed defender Shane Duffy on a short-term contract after a successful trial earlier this week, and Bobby Clark insists the squad is "definitely very close" to turning improved performances into a win. Belief is one thing, history another. Millwall have three wins and three draws from the previous meetings, with Derby yet to win any, which is why our Millwall vs Derby prediction sides firmly with the hosts.
Millwall vs Derby Predictions FAQs
When is Millwall vs Derby kicking off?
Millwall vs Derby kicks off at 15:00 UK time on Saturday 31 October 2026.
Where is Millwall vs Derby being played?
Millwall vs Derby is being played at The Den in London.
What competition is Millwall vs Derby in?
Millwall vs Derby is a Championship match in the 2026/2027 season.
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