cidercity1987 Posted December 31, 2023 Report Share Posted December 31, 2023 This is a massive game for us. Win and we are verging on 6th with Hull in the late game plus a 3 point gap to midtable. Don't win and we will be overtaken by a host of clubs. At this stage of the season it's more about consolidating top 8 /9 to push for playoffs later rather than the line under 6th being all important 2 Quote Link to comment
Garland-sweden Posted December 31, 2023 Report Share Posted December 31, 2023 28 minutes ago, BigTone said: Would be an advantage I imagine Hehe Quote Link to comment
Popular Post Piccolo Posted December 31, 2023 Popular Post Report Share Posted December 31, 2023 That is a very thorough write up on our history, so good in fact that I felt it would be amiss of me (as ex history article writer for the Millwall match day programme) to not add a few missing bits that may be of interest to fellow history boffins… When Millwall changed from Rovers to Athletic due to moving to the Athletic Grounds, we became the first ever ‘Athletic’ in English football. It must have had a nice ring to it, as Pine Villa soon after became Oldham Athletic and of course some lads just down the road in Charlton liked it too! Millwall actually pioneered professional football in London and the South. Along with Woolwich Arsenal, Millwall set about setting up the first competitive league competition for southern clubs. The London and southern FAs had been very much against professionalism, hence why northern and midlands clubs are responsible for starting the Football League. However, in 1894 the Southern League kicked off, thanks to Millwall. Woolwich Arsenal, sadly, had gone behind Millwall’s back and took the Football League place that had been offered to Millwall. The Football League had been keen to expand and attract southern clubs & Millwall were its leading stars with a fine ground and some talented players. Millwall were also in the heart of industrial London, so were a good fit. However, Millwall declined the invitation, as they were able to attract 15-20,000 gates for derbys and big matches (big crowds for the era) and felt playing the likes of Darwen and Burton Swifts in Division Two would not attract as big as crowds. Furthermore, travelling to the likes of Crewe, Rotherham and Stoke would be expensive and arduous. It turned out a costly decision in the long run, as Millwall had to wait until 1920 until joining the Football League having gambled on their competition being its equal or better. But at the time it seemed the right choice, as Millwall were able to attract some first class talent, including internationals, and won the first Southern League title as undefeated champions. They followed this up by retaining the title the following season. It was this football prowess, consolidated by knocking out Football League First Division sides like Everton, Preston, Derby County and the mighty Aston Villa of the time in the FA Cup, that meant Millwall are the only English club to be bestowed a nickname for footballing endeavour, that of ‘Lions of the South’, shortened to the now famous ‘Lions’. The club much preferred this to their original nickname of ‘Dockers’ and so readily adopted, including by naming their new ground ‘The Den’. For those of you who know Millwall more for our off-field reputation, you won’t be disappointed to hear that a Millwall v West Ham game was the first English match to be reported on by the press for crowd trouble, back in the 1890s and The Den has been closed more times than any other ground for crowd trouble. 22 10 Quote Link to comment
Piccolo Posted December 31, 2023 Report Share Posted December 31, 2023 1 hour ago, Garland-sweden said: They will play defensive like Brum I suppose. Patient, fast passes and legs will be needed. 2-0 City. COYR Rowett left. Under Edwards we are more positive. However, he has also recognised the need to not to go gung-ho. His first game saw us win 4-0 at Sheffield Wednesday, but then some reality checks against the likes of Leicester and Ipswich, plus late goals conceded meant we have tightened up again. However, the football is far more attacking than under GR, with some good combinations developing. Bristol City are in great form though, and at home. I would be very happy with an entertaining draw. 4 Quote Link to comment
bcfc01 Posted December 31, 2023 Report Share Posted December 31, 2023 1 hour ago, Piccolo said: Rowett left. Under Edwards we are more positive. However, he has also recognised the need to not to go gung-ho. His first game saw us win 4-0 at Sheffield Wednesday, but then some reality checks against the likes of Leicester and Ipswich, plus late goals conceded meant we have tightened up again. However, the football is far more attacking than under GR, with some good combinations developing. Bristol City are in great form though, and at home. I would be very happy with an entertaining draw. I think that is very likely. Quote Link to comment
exAtyeoMax Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Just back from the fireworks at Ally Pally. Up early for the NX040 to Bristol. Happy New Year! 1 1 Quote Link to comment
Garland-sweden Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 6 hours ago, Piccolo said: Rowett left. Under Edwards we are more positive. However, he has also recognised the need to not to go gung-ho. His first game saw us win 4-0 at Sheffield Wednesday, but then some reality checks against the likes of Leicester and Ipswich, plus late goals conceded meant we have tightened up again. However, the football is far more attacking than under GR, with some good combinations developing. Bristol City are in great form though, and at home. I would be very happy with an entertaining draw. Ok, understand. Lets hope for a good game. Quote Link to comment
Red Army 75 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 (edited) Looking forward to today. Going 3-0 City, New year optimism and all that. COYR Edited January 1 by Red Army 75 Quote Link to comment
Jerseybean Posted January 1 Author Report Share Posted January 1 Good piece: https://southwarknews.co.uk/sport/football/millwall/preview-bristol-city-vs-millwall-4/ Quote Link to comment
22A Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 3 hours ago, Red Army 75 said: Looking forward to today. Going 3-0 City, New year optimism and all that. COYR They are optimistic as well; https://millwallonline.com/forum/threads/team-v-robins.54945/ Will be a tough game for sure but confidence must be sky high and the spirit in the squad is tremendous. Bristol City usually play a 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1. They either like to dominate possession or play on the counter depending on the opposition. As they are at home their fans will expect them to have a real go at us and that could play into our hands. Our 3-4-3 could work against them if we remain disciplined and in a good shape defensively. We could definitely exploit any wide spaces if their full-backs go forward. BNC and Emakhu could enjoy breaking into any gaps they leave Quote Link to comment
Wanderingred Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Surely we can’t win again? I mean, that wouldn’t be Bristol City would it? 1 Quote Link to comment
Gazred Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 We'll see a lot of the ball again. Millwall have only had around 35% in their last couple of games but have still created chances and have a few clean sheets too. Would not be surprised to see a score draw today. 1 Quote Link to comment
bcfc01 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Tested positive for Covid this morning (thought it was just a cold), a lot of family have the same, so its a stream for me. Millwall are on a mini-run with two consecutive wins after winning just one of their previous 13 games.Turned a corner ? Last four away is W0, D1, L3, F3, A7, Pts1 so not good, 22nd in away form. City last four at home is W3, D0, L1, F8, A6, Pts9 and 6th in home form. On paper it looks like a home win, but its never as easy as that is it. I would have preferred to have beaten Birmingham before this game (and we really should have). I can see Millwall battling for a point today. Cue 3-0 or 0-3 given my record for predictions... 1 Quote Link to comment
handsofclay Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 7 minutes ago, bcfc01 said: Tested positive for Covid this morning (thought it was just a cold), a lot of family have the same, so its a stream for me. Millwall are on a mini-run with two consecutive wins after winning just one of their previous 13 games.Turned a corner ? Last four away is W0, D1, L3, F3, A7, Pts1 so not good, 22nd in away form. City last four at home is W3, D0, L1, F8, A6, Pts9 and 6th in home form. On paper it looks like a home win, but its never as easy as that is it. I would have preferred to have beaten Birmingham before this game (and we really should have). I can see Millwall battling for a point today. Cue 3-0 or 0-3 given my record for predictions... Get well soon, lad. 2 1 Quote Link to comment
redkev Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 16 minutes ago, bcfc01 said: Tested positive for Covid this morning (thought it was just a cold), a lot of family have the same, so its a stream for me. Millwall are on a mini-run with two consecutive wins after winning just one of their previous 13 games.Turned a corner ? Last four away is W0, D1, L3, F3, A7, Pts1 so not good, 22nd in away form. City last four at home is W3, D0, L1, F8, A6, Pts9 and 6th in home form. On paper it looks like a home win, but its never as easy as that is it. I would have preferred to have beaten Birmingham before this game (and we really should have). I can see Millwall battling for a point today. Cue 3-0 or 0-3 given my record for predictions... Unless feeling really unwell would you still go if you had a cold or flu symptoms, not knocking you but the word Covid brings fear or a badge of honour to some , I swear some people love to have it even when it’s not bad just so they can say they have the dreaded COVID 4 1 Quote Link to comment
bcfc01 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Just now, redkev said: Unless feeling really unwell would you still go if you had a cold or flu symptoms, not knocking you but the word Covid brings fear or a badge of honour to some , I swear some people love to have it even when it’s not bad just so they can say they have the dreaded COVID Covid affects people differently, my sister is currently bedridden and having a tough time. I've had Covid three times despite all the vaccinations and on one of those times I ended up being transferred to hospital in an ambulance in a bad way. So yes, if it were just a cold I would attend, but I don't want to be responsible for sending someone to hospital if I know I have Covid - that would be stupid. Hence me checking this morning. Not a badge of honour, just being sensible. 17 2 1 Quote Link to comment
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Happy New Year to all and hopefully another 3 points today. It will be a hard game, especially if the Wall come here to park the bus, we are not good at breaking down teams who come for a point. I think a low scoring game 1 - 0 to us I hope. Have a good afternoon and Come On You Red's! 1 Quote Link to comment
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 1 minute ago, bcfc01 said: Covid affects people differently, my sister is currently bedridden and having a tough time. I've had Covid three times despite all the vaccinations and on one of those times I ended up being transferred to hospital in an ambulance in a bad way. So yes, if it were just a cold I would attend, but I don't want to be responsible for sending someone to hospital if I know I have Covid - that would be stupid. Hence me checking this morning. Not a badge of honour, just being sensible. Well done, hope you are better soon! 1 1 Quote Link to comment
petehinton Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Feel less chipper and confident after seeing the line up I can’t lie 4 Quote Link to comment
NewquayRed Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 What’s the crack with Manning and Sykes ? Quote Link to comment
archie andrews Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Crikes.... No sykes...... Quote Link to comment
Lanterne Rouge Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Andy King back on the bench 1 Quote Link to comment
BigTone Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 11 minutes ago, bcfc01 said: Not a badge of honour, just being sensible. And rightly so and should be applauded for taking a responsible course of action. Hope you feel better soon. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment
Sleepy1968 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 1 minute ago, petehinton said: Feel less chipper and confident after seeing the line up I can’t lie On the positive side, subs bench strong ... We need fresher legs I suppose it's just rotation. 3 Quote Link to comment
Andy082005 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 1 minute ago, NewquayRed said: What’s the crack with Manning and Sykes ? In what way? lots of games in such a close time scale. The squad was going to have to be utilised Expect him to come on second half and get at a tired Millwall one thing I will say is though - prepare for a really dull game 2 Quote Link to comment
bcfc01 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 1 minute ago, NewquayRed said: What’s the crack with Manning and Sykes ? 1 minute ago, archie andrews said: Crikes.... No sykes...... Sykes gives it 100% every game for as long as he can, he's probably due a bit of a rest and will no doubt come on for the last 30 mins. I don't see anything wrong with that personally. 4 Quote Link to comment
BCFC31 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 (edited) Hickman and sykes both drop out for james and weimann must be rotation but not our strongest line up by any means certainly has all the makings of a underwhelming game what with millwall most likely coming to play for a draw like Birmingham did and our lack of craft when we have to much time to think on the ball. Edited January 1 by BCFC31 1 Quote Link to comment
RUSSEL85 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 1 minute ago, Sleepy1968 said: On the positive side, subs bench strong ... We need fresher legs I suppose it's just rotation. Yes, lots of games played this time of year. We will have good subs for 2nd half or last half hour if needed. 2 Quote Link to comment
RedM Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Steward doing ticket checks E28/E29 of the Dolman today. In 30+years I have never seen this. Quote Link to comment
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