Millwall 3-0 West Bromwich Albion: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes' post-match review of Millwall 3-0 West Bromwich Albion in the Championship on Saturday, 04 October 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, what a thumping that was! Millwall absolutely dominated West Brom at The Den, cruising to a 3-0 victory that no one saw coming. After a heavy loss to Coventry and a draw against Swansea, the Lions roared back with a vengeance, putting three past a Baggies side that had just beaten Norwich. This result not only snapped West Brom's recent form but also propelled Millwall up the table. Femi Azeez was the star of the show, but the whole team clicked, showing that they're not to be underestimated this season.

West Brom, on the other hand, will be licking their wounds after this drubbing. Coming off a win against Norwich, they must have fancied their chances, but Millwall had other ideas. The Baggies' recent form, which included a draw against Leicester and losses to Middlesbrough and Derby, took another hit. They'll need to regroup quickly if they want to stay in the promotion race. Credit to Millwall, though; they played like a team possessed and thoroughly deserved the three points.

The stats tell a story of a game where West Brom had the lion's share of possession at 61%, but it was Millwall who made it count. Despite having less of the ball, Millwall managed to create more dangerous opportunities, evidenced by their three assists compared to West Brom's zero. The Baggies' higher possession didn't translate into goals, and their 82% successful dribbles didn't help them break down Millwall's solid defense. It's a reminder that possession isn't everything; it's what you do with it that counts.

The corner count was close, with West Brom edging it 5-4, but it was Millwall who capitalized on their set pieces. The yellow card count was low, with Millwall picking up one and West Brom two, suggesting a relatively clean game. Overall, the stats show that Millwall were clinical and efficient, while West Brom struggled to turn their possession into meaningful chances.

The game's turning point came early when Millwall scored in the 18th minute, setting the tone for the rest of the match. This early goal put West Brom on the back foot and gave Millwall the confidence to push forward. The second goal in the 56th minute all but sealed the win, showing Millwall's ability to capitalize on their opportunities. By the time the third goal came in the 72nd minute, it was clear that Millwall were in complete control.

These goals were the defining moments of the match, with each one further demoralizing West Brom. The early strike gave Millwall the lead they needed, while the second and third goals showcased their ability to maintain pressure and finish clinically. West Brom had no answer to Millwall's attacking prowess, and these key moments ultimately decided the game's outcome.

Millwall lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Steven Benda in goal and a back four of Ryan Leonard, Tristan Crama, Jake Cooper, and Zak Sturge. The midfield was anchored by Massimo Luongo and Billy Mitchell, with Femi Azeez, Will Smallbone, and Thierno Ballo supporting striker Josh Coburn. The lineup showed no surprises, but it was Azeez who stole the show with his goal and assist.

The impact of the substitutions was minimal, with five changes made throughout the game. However, the starting lineup did the job, with Azeez's performance standing out. The formation allowed Millwall to be compact in defense and dangerous on the counter, which proved effective against West Brom.

West Brom opted for a 4-4-2 formation, with Josh Griffiths between the sticks and a backline of George Campbell, Nat Phillips, Chris Mepham, and Callum Styles. The midfield consisted of Mikey Johnston, Jayson Molumby, Toby Collyer, and Isaac Jude Price, with Jed Wallace and Aune Heggebø up front. The lineup was as expected, but they struggled to make an impact.

Five substitutions were made, but none could turn the tide for West Brom. The 4-4-2 formation didn't provide the necessary attacking threat, and the team failed to break down Millwall's defence. It was a disappointing day for the Baggies, who will need to regroup and reassess their approach.

Femi Azeez is our Ladbrokes' Man of the Match, and rightly so. He scored one goal, provided one assist, created one big chance, and made two key passes. Azeez was instrumental in Millwall's victory, showing his ability to influence the game at both ends of the pitch. His performance was the difference-maker in a match that Millwall dominated.

Recent Championship matches:

• 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)

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Millwall (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Norwich City (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Leicester City (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Middlesbrough (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Derby County (H)

Sitting in 8th place with 14 points, Millwall will take confidence from this win as they prepare to face Queens Park Rangers, who are in 6th with 15 points, on October 18, 2025 at 12:30. This result will boost their morale and could see them approach the game with more aggression, looking to continue their winning streak.

Dropping to 7th with 14 points, West Brom will need to bounce back quickly as they face Preston North End, who are in 4th with 16 points, on October 18, 2025 at 15:00. This loss might force them to rethink their strategy and approach the next game with more urgency to get back on track.

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