Millwall vs Portsmouth: prediction, head-to-head and probable lineups – 21 February 2026
In one of the highlights of Championship matchday 33, Millwall will host Portsmouth at The Den in London this Saturday. Let’s break down the odds for this clash—Millwall are on a fantastic run and look supremely confident on home turf.
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Match preview
Millwall are enjoying one of their most consistent spells this season. The Lions sit third in the table and are unbeaten in four straight matches, picking up three wins along the way. Last round, they edged out Sheffield Wednesday away (2-1), and before that, they handled Wrexham (2-0) and Charlton (4-0) with ease.
Their home form at The Den is especially impressive: five matches unbeaten, including three victories in that stretch. In 2026, Millwall have suffered just one defeat in eight Championship outings, and they look laser-focused in their push for automatic promotion. Their defensive solidity and midfield discipline allow them to dictate the tempo at home.
Portsmouth, meanwhile, grabbed a crucial away win over Charlton last time out (3-1), snapping a two-game losing streak—0-1 to Preston and 0-1 to Sheffield United. But consistency remains an issue for the visitors: just two wins in their last six games.
The main problem for Pompey is their away form. Only two wins in their last 14 league road trips, and they own one of the worst away records in the Championship. Yes, Portsmouth did beat Millwall 3-1 in the reverse fixture, but the Lions are always a different beast in London.
Probable lineups
- Millwall: Crocombe, Krama, Cooper, Taylor, Doughty, Mitchell, De Norre, Aziz, Bannan, Negli, Coburn
- Portsmouth: Schmid, Swanson, Poole, Ogilvie, Devlin, Pack, Adams, Caballero, Swift, Alli, Bishop
Match facts and head-to-head
- Millwall have won their last two league matches and are unbeaten in five straight at home.
- Portsmouth have just two wins in their last 14 away league games.
- Millwall have won each of the last three head-to-head meetings at The Den.
Prediction
Millwall look more organized and mature, especially on their own patch. Given Portsmouth’s ongoing away struggles and the hosts’ promotion drive, backing a home win makes plenty of sense.
