Match Preview
The English Championship serves up an intriguing encounter on November 29, 2025, as Millwall FC host Southampton FC. Both teams find themselves in the mid-table battle, vying for crucial points to push up towards the playoff spots. This fixture promises to be a tightly contested affair, with Millwall looking to leverage their home advantage against a Southampton side that has shown glimpses of real quality this season.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry City FC | 17 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 29 | 40 |
| 2 | Stoke City FC | 17 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 30 |
| 3 | Middlesbrough FC | 17 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 30 |
| 4 | Ipswich Town FC | 16 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 12 | 27 |
| 5 | Preston North End FC | 17 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 27 |
| 6 | Bristol City FC | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 26 |
| 7 | Derby County FC | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 26 |
| 8 | Hull City AFC | 17 | 7 | 4 | 6 | -1 | 25 |
| 9 | Millwall FC | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 | -5 | 25 |
| 10 | Birmingham City FC | 16 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
| 11 | Southampton FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 24 |
| 12 | Watford FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 24 |
| 13 | Leicester City FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 24 |
| 14 | Charlton Athletic FC | 17 | 6 | 5 | 6 | -3 | 23 |
| 15 | Wrexham AFC | 16 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 22 |
| 16 | Queens Park Rangers FC | 16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | -5 | 22 |
| 17 | West Bromwich Albion FC | 16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | -3 | 21 |
| 18 | Blackburn Rovers FC | 15 | 6 | 1 | 8 | -4 | 19 |
| 19 | Portsmouth FC | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -6 | 17 |
| 20 | Swansea City AFC | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | -9 | 17 |
| 21 | Oxford United FC | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | -7 | 14 |
| 22 | Sheffield United FC | 16 | 4 | 1 | 11 | -12 | 13 |
| 23 | Norwich City FC | 17 | 3 | 3 | 11 | -11 | 12 |
| 24 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 16 | 1 | 5 | 10 | -20 | 8 |
- Millwall FC: Currently sitting in 9th position after 16 games, Millwall have accumulated 25 points. They have a record of 7 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses. Their goal difference of -5 (18 goals for, 23 goals against) highlights a need for improvement both offensively and defensively.
- Southampton FC: Just behind Millwall in 11th place, Southampton have played 17 games and secured 24 points. Their record stands at 6 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses. Notably, Southampton boasts a positive goal difference of +4 (26 goals for, 22 goals against), indicating a more balanced and potent overall performance compared to their hosts.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Feb 2024 | Championship | Southampton FC | 1 - 2 | Millwall FC |
| 04 Nov 2023 | Championship | Millwall FC | 0 - 1 | Southampton FC |
Recent history between these two clubs in the Championship suggests a balanced rivalry. In their last two league encounters:
- On February 24, 2024, Millwall secured a notable 2-1 away victory against Southampton.
- Prior to that, on November 4, 2023, Southampton edged out Millwall with a 1-0 win at The Den.
These results indicate that neither side holds a dominant home advantage in this fixture, with both teams capable of taking points on the road. The matches tend to be tight, with a modest total goals count.
Our Prediction
Analyzing the current league standings and recent head-to-head results, Southampton FC appears to have a slight edge coming into this match. Their superior goal difference and higher goal-scoring tally this season suggest a more effective attacking unit, capable of breaking down defenses. While Millwall will be tough opponents at home, Southampton’s ability to secure an away win against them last season, coupled with their overall stronger offensive and defensive metrics, points towards them being the more likely side to claim victory here. Expect a hard-fought contest, but the Saints’ quality should shine through.
Betting Tip:
Southampton to Win
