Leeds United and Millwall will renew their historic rivalry on Tuesday night at Elland Road.
Second-placed Leeds have had a huge dip in form, with many fans fearing the worst and another promotion squandered.
Millwall, meanwhile, are having a decent season, and are currently in eighth, eight points behind Leeds. They are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and head into the game in good form, having not lost in their last five outings in the league.
Let’s take a look at the preview of the game between Leeds United and Millwall.
MATCH PREVIEW
Leeds United vs Millwall – Team News
Leeds United
Leeds will miss key player Kalvin Phillips, who will be suspended for three games following his red card against QPR last time around. New signing Ian Poveda, who moved from Manchester City to Leeds United a few days ago, could make the squad for this crucial game.
The likes of Adam Forshaw and Tyler Roberts may not be fit enough for this game, while Gaetano Berardi should return to the Leeds squad.
Millwall
Ryan Leonard hasn’t played since the last time these two sides met in October and he will most likely miss this game, while Tom Elliott will be another absentee.
New signing Ryan Woods could be an option in the middle of the park for Millwall. Shaun Williams will miss out due to a three-match suspension for his red card against Stoke City.
Leeds United vs Millwall: Predicted Lineups
Leeds United predicted lineup: Kiko Casilla; Luke Ayling, Ben White, Liam Cooper, Ezgjan Alioski; Stuart Dallas, Jamie Shackleton, Mateusz Klich; Pablo Hernández, Jack Harrison, Patrick Bamford
Millwall predicted Lineup: Bartosz Bialkowski; Mahlon Romeo, Shaun Hutchinson, Jake Cooper, Murray Wallace; Jed Wallace, Jayson Molumby, Ryan Woods, Shane Ferguson; Tom Bradshaw, Matt Smith
Leeds United vs Millwall: Key Men
Leeds United
In the absence of Kalvin Phillips, Mateusz Klich will take the onus of moving the ball around and bossing the midfield area. He may not play in as deep a role as Phillips, but will have to ensure that he keeps the ball ticking.
Millwall
Right-winger Jed Wallace is Millwall’s chief threat and is their top scorer for the season with 9 goals. He is a good crosser and can also finish well in and around the penalty box.
Prediction: Leeds United 2-0 Millwall
