Match Day Thread Millwall v Pompey
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Pompey's run of away games continues with a second trip to the capital this week to face Millwall on Saturday (3pm kick-off).
But while on Tuesday night they saw off a Charlton outfit also looking to beat the drop, this next test looks a much more difficult one on paper.
The hosts are currently in third position and looking to close the five-point gap to Middlesbrough in second.
Alex Neil's side were not in midweek action and come into the game on a four-match unbeaten run that includes three victories.
The most recent outing saw them battle from behind to win 2-1 at League One-bound Sheffield Wednesday, courtesy of an own-goal and Macaulay Langstaff strike.
Having finished just outside the play-off positions last term, the Lions look well on course to secure a top-six spot this time around – a feat not acheieved in more than 20 years.
Mihailo Ivanović came off the bench at Hillsborough and Pompey will no doubt keep a close eye on the Serbian striker, who has struck four goals in the past three meetings between the side.
Two of those came in a 2-1 defeat for the Blues at The Den last term, but this season's reverse fixture saw John Mousinho's men emerge 3-1 winners.
Leading marksman Adrian Segečić found the target on that day in November, although the contest will best be remembered for stunning efforts from both Zak Swanson and Jordan Williams.
TEAM NEWS
Pompey will be checking on the fitness of Harvey Blair, who has returned to training following a spell out with a hip problem.
But the visitors' lengthy injury list still includes Aji Alese (quad), Keshi Anderson (hamstring), Florian Bianchini (knee), Conor Chaplin (groin), Andre Dozzell (ankle), Josh Knight (back), Márk Kosznovszky (knee), Hayden Matthews (ankle), Josh Murphy (foot), Conor Shaughnessy (quad), Franco Umeh (hamstring) and Thomas Waddingham (thigh).
Millwall are expected to be without Benicio Baker (groin), Joe Bryan (toe), Lukas Jensen (quad), Dan Kelly (hamstring), Massimo Luongo (knee) and Will Smallbone (hamstring).
VIEW FROM THE DRESSING ROOM
Read the thoughts of John Mousinho ahead of the big game.
HEAD TO HEAD
Overall
Pompey: 20 wins
Millwall: 20 wins
25 draws
At The Den
Pompey: 6 wins
Millwall: 12 wins
14 draws
Last Away Meeting
Millwall 2 (Ivanović 2)
Pompey 1 (Dozzell)
Championship
April 5 2025
TICKETS
Pompey have sold their full allocation of tickets for the game and none will be available to purchase on the day of the game.
Click here to read a guide to visiting The Den that has been produced by the home club.
OFFICIALS
Referee: Stephen Martin
Assistants: Shaun Hudson and Robert Hyde
Fourth Official: Andrew Humphries
Martin last took charge of Pompey when they were beaten on home soil by Norwich back in August, booking three players on each side.
He has been in the middle for 21 games so far this season, brandishing 91 yellow cards and sending off Preston's Milutin Osmajić.
MATCH COVERAGE
Overseas fans can watch all the action live on Pompey+, either through a monthly/annual subscription or by purchasing a match pass.
George Wedlake will be joined in the Fratton Park studio by Mark Kelly and Paul Robinson for the matchday show. Fans can get involved by sending messages and voicenotes to our Pompey+ WhatsApp channel* on +44 7457 413694 or via this link.
Please note that the half-time and post-match shows are only available to watch for fans in regions where the game is being shown live on Pompey+.
Audio commentary from Andrew Moon and Lee Brown is available for Pompey+ subscribers or those who purchase an audio subscription/match pass.
Click here for more details about using Pompey+, including the answers to some frequently asked questions.
Locally-based fans who are not going to the game can listen, as always, via BBC Radio Solent or Express FM (not available online).
*Please note that the WhatsApp service is only for sending messages to appear on the matchday show. The club will not be able to reply to any messages.
But while on Tuesday night they saw off a Charlton outfit also looking to beat the drop, this next test looks a much more difficult one on paper.
The hosts are currently in third position and looking to close the five-point gap to Middlesbrough in second.
Alex Neil's side were not in midweek action and come into the game on a four-match unbeaten run that includes three victories.
The most recent outing saw them battle from behind to win 2-1 at League One-bound Sheffield Wednesday, courtesy of an own-goal and Macaulay Langstaff strike.
Having finished just outside the play-off positions last term, the Lions look well on course to secure a top-six spot this time around – a feat not acheieved in more than 20 years.
Mihailo Ivanović came off the bench at Hillsborough and Pompey will no doubt keep a close eye on the Serbian striker, who has struck four goals in the past three meetings between the side.
Two of those came in a 2-1 defeat for the Blues at The Den last term, but this season's reverse fixture saw John Mousinho's men emerge 3-1 winners.
Leading marksman Adrian Segečić found the target on that day in November, although the contest will best be remembered for stunning efforts from both Zak Swanson and Jordan Williams.
TEAM NEWS
Pompey will be checking on the fitness of Harvey Blair, who has returned to training following a spell out with a hip problem.
But the visitors' lengthy injury list still includes Aji Alese (quad), Keshi Anderson (hamstring), Florian Bianchini (knee), Conor Chaplin (groin), Andre Dozzell (ankle), Josh Knight (back), Márk Kosznovszky (knee), Hayden Matthews (ankle), Josh Murphy (foot), Conor Shaughnessy (quad), Franco Umeh (hamstring) and Thomas Waddingham (thigh).
Millwall are expected to be without Benicio Baker (groin), Joe Bryan (toe), Lukas Jensen (quad), Dan Kelly (hamstring), Massimo Luongo (knee) and Will Smallbone (hamstring).
VIEW FROM THE DRESSING ROOM
Read the thoughts of John Mousinho ahead of the big game.
HEAD TO HEAD
Overall
Pompey: 20 wins
Millwall: 20 wins
25 draws
At The Den
Pompey: 6 wins
Millwall: 12 wins
14 draws
Last Away Meeting
Millwall 2 (Ivanović 2)
Pompey 1 (Dozzell)
Championship
April 5 2025
TICKETS
Pompey have sold their full allocation of tickets for the game and none will be available to purchase on the day of the game.
Click here to read a guide to visiting The Den that has been produced by the home club.
OFFICIALS
Referee: Stephen Martin
Assistants: Shaun Hudson and Robert Hyde
Fourth Official: Andrew Humphries
Martin last took charge of Pompey when they were beaten on home soil by Norwich back in August, booking three players on each side.
He has been in the middle for 21 games so far this season, brandishing 91 yellow cards and sending off Preston's Milutin Osmajić.
MATCH COVERAGE
Overseas fans can watch all the action live on Pompey+, either through a monthly/annual subscription or by purchasing a match pass.
George Wedlake will be joined in the Fratton Park studio by Mark Kelly and Paul Robinson for the matchday show. Fans can get involved by sending messages and voicenotes to our Pompey+ WhatsApp channel* on +44 7457 413694 or via this link.
Please note that the half-time and post-match shows are only available to watch for fans in regions where the game is being shown live on Pompey+.
Audio commentary from Andrew Moon and Lee Brown is available for Pompey+ subscribers or those who purchase an audio subscription/match pass.
Click here for more details about using Pompey+, including the answers to some frequently asked questions.
Locally-based fans who are not going to the game can listen, as always, via BBC Radio Solent or Express FM (not available online).
*Please note that the WhatsApp service is only for sending messages to appear on the matchday show. The club will not be able to reply to any messages.
Understandably, an unchanged starting line up after the superb mid week hammering of Charlton away! On the bench, the welcome return of fit again winger Harvey Blair, and teenage midfielder Reuben Swann who has just returned from a lengthy loan period with the Hawks is named as a sub.
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Millwall FC Stadium - The Den
Gustavo Caballero tries an opportunistic strike from the edge of the box that is beaten behind by Patterson. 6 minutes.
Terry Devlin right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. 8 minutes.
Ebou Adams header from the centre of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal by Anthony Patterson . Assisted by Gustavo Caballero with a cross. 8 minutes.
Colby Bishop right footed shot from the left side of the box misses to the right. Assisted by Millenic Alli. 42 minutes.
Half time whistle. 0-0 scoreline. We have held our own against the team who are currently third in the league table. Gustave Caballero has had a good game so far on the right wing, the same goes for Millenic Alli on the left wing. Also, defending really well.
Half Time Match Stats:-
Overall possession
Millwall 45%Portsmouth 55%Shots
Millwall 4Portsmouth 8Shots on target
Millwall 2Portsmouth 2Total touches inside the opposition box
Millwall 5Portsmouth 11Goalkeeper saves
Millwall 2Portsmouth 2Aerial duels won
Millwall 14Portsmouth 9Fouls committed
Millwall 5Portsmouth 4Corners
Millwall 1Portsmouth 2
1-0 up! Gustavo Caballero right footed shot from a difficult angle on the right to the high centre of the goal following a fast break. 46 minutes.
30 seconds into the second half. What a start for Gustavo, his first Pompey goal !
Marlon Pack's pass from deep is flicked on by Colby Bishop and Gustavo Caballero races onto it, catching the Millwall defence napping.
His first attempt is beaten away by Patterson, but the Paraguayan fires the ball home from an acute angle.
30 seconds into the second half. What a start for Gustavo, his first Pompey goal !
Marlon Pack's pass from deep is flicked on by Colby Bishop and Gustavo Caballero races onto it, catching the Millwall defence napping.
His first attempt is beaten away by Patterson, but the Paraguayan fires the ball home from an acute angle.