Millwall vs Stoke City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Millwall vs Stoke City in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 BST match.

• Fixture: Millwall vs Stoke City

• Date: Tuesday, 21 October 2025

• Kick-off: 19:45 BST

• Venue: The Den

Match Prediction: Millwall 2-1 Stoke City

Millwall are coming into this one with a bit of swagger, having bagged wins against QPR and West Brom. They've shown they can nick a goal or two, and their home form's been solid, except for that drubbing by Coventry. Stoke, on the other hand, have been drawing a lot lately, which shows they're tough to beat but not exactly setting the pitch on fire. It could be a tight affair, but Millwall's recent form might just give them the edge.

Stoke's defence has been decent, but they've struggled to find the net consistently. Millwall's attack, led by Ivanovic, could exploit this, especially at home. If Millwall can keep their heads and play their game, they should be able to grind out a result. But don't count Stoke out; they've got the grit to make it a battle.

Millwall have been on a decent run, with three wins in their last five games. That thumping by Coventry was a blip, but they've bounced back well. Their home form's been strong, and they'll be looking to keep that going against Stoke. If they can maintain their focus and intensity, they should fancy their chances.

Recent Championship results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Queens Park Rangers (A)

• Win: 3-0 vs West Bromwich Albion (H)

• Loss: 0-4 vs Coventry City (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Swansea City (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Watford (H)

Stoke's recent form's been a bit up and down, with three draws and a win in their last five. They've been solid at the back but haven't been clinical enough in front of goal. That loss to QPR might still be stinging, but they'll need to shake it off and bring their A-game to The Den. If they can tighten up their attack, they could cause Millwall some problems.

Recent Championship results:

• Win: 1-0 vs Wrexham (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Blackburn Rovers (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Middlesbrough (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Norwich City (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Queens Park Rangers (A)

Millwall have had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning three of the last five encounters with Stoke. The most recent clash saw Millwall take a 1-0 victory at home. Stoke managed a draw in their last home game against Millwall, but they'll need to step up if they want to change the trend.

Recent Championship results:

• Millwall 1-0 Stoke City (15 Mar 2025)

• Stoke City 1-1 Millwall (09 Nov 2024)

• Stoke City 0-0 Millwall (23 Dec 2023)

• Millwall 1-0 Stoke City (26 Aug 2023)

• Stoke City 0-1 Millwall (25 Feb 2023)

• Lukas Jensen (Achilles) - Doubt
• Danny McNamara (Knee) - Doubt
• Benicio Baker (Fibula) - Doubt

• Joon-Ho Bae (Shoulder) - Out

• Sam Gallagher (Muscle) - Doubt

• Bosun Lawal (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Crocombe (GK), Leonard (DF), Crama (DF), Cooper (DF), Sturge (DF), Luongo (MF), Mitchell (MF), Azeez (MF), Smallbone (MF), Ballo (MF), Ivanovic (AT)

Millwall's predicted lineup shows a strong defensive core with Sturge, Crama, Cooper, and Leonard, which should help them control the game. The midfield, led by Mitchell and Luongo, will be key in dictating the tempo and feeding the ball to Ivanovic up top.

• Predicted lineup: Johansson (GK), Tchamadeu (DF), Phillips (DF), Wilmot (DF), Cresswell (DF), Rigo (MF), Seko (MF), Manhoef (MF), Baker (MF), Thomas (MF), Mubama (AT)

Stoke's predicted lineup features a solid defence with Cresswell, Wilmot, Tchamadeu, and Phillips, which should keep things tight at the back. The midfield, with Seko and Rigo, will need to step up and provide more creativity to support Mubama up front.

• Mihailo Ivanovic vs Ashley Phillips: This will be a crucial battle between Millwall's striker and Stoke's defender, with Ivanovic looking to exploit any gaps in the defence.
• Massimo Luongo vs Tomáš Rigo: The midfield tussle between Millwall's Luongo and Stoke's Rigo could be pivotal, with both players looking to control the game's tempo.
• Billy Mitchell (Millwall): Billy Mitchell's energy and work rate in midfield will be vital for Millwall, helping them maintain possession and press Stoke.
• Tatsuki Seko (Stoke City): Tatsuki Seko's creativity in midfield could be the key for Stoke, as they look to unlock Millwall's defence and create scoring opportunities.

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