Millwall host Hull City in the second leg of their Championship playoff semi-final at The Den, with the tie finely poised after a 0-0 draw in the first leg. Both sides will be looking to secure a place in the final at Wembley, with the winner facing either Leeds United or Southampton.
Team News
Millwall manager Gary Rowett has named an unchanged side from the first leg, with Tom Bradshaw leading the line. Hull boss Liam Rosenior makes one change, bringing in Ozan Tufan for the injured Allahyar Sayyadmanesh.
First Half Action
The match started at a high tempo, with both teams pressing aggressively. Millwall had the first chance in the 10th minute when Zian Flemming's shot was saved by Hull goalkeeper Matt Ingram. Hull responded through a long-range effort from Regan Slater that went just wide.
As the half progressed, Millwall began to dominate possession, but Hull remained dangerous on the counter-attack. The deadlock was broken in the 35th minute when Millwall's Murray Wallace headed in from a corner, sending the home fans into raptures. Hull pushed for an equalizer before halftime but were unable to find a way through a resolute Millwall defense.
Second Half Drama
Hull came out with renewed energy after the break, and they were rewarded in the 55th minute when Oscar Estupinan slotted home after a defensive mix-up. The goal set up a tense finale, with both sides pushing for a winner. Millwall thought they had scored again in the 70th minute, but the goal was ruled out for offside.
As the clock ticked down, Hull threw men forward in search of a second goal, but Millwall held firm. The match ended 1-1 on the night, sending the tie to extra time.
Extra Time and Penalties
Extra time saw both teams tiring, with few clear-cut chances. The first period ended goalless, and the second period saw Hull's Jean Michael Seri hit the crossbar. With no further goals, the match went to penalties.
Millwall won the penalty shootout 4-2, with George Saville scoring the decisive spot-kick. The victory sends Millwall to the Championship playoff final at Wembley, where they will face the winner of the other semi-final between Leeds United and Southampton.
