Millwall v Bolton Wanderers: hosts seek reset as visitors chase a response | OneFootball

Millwall host Bolton Wanderers in the Championship at The Den on Saturday, 5 September 2026, with the hosts aiming to halt back-to-back league defeats and the visitors looking to end a three-game winless run.

Millwall are 10th with six points from four games, while Bolton Wanderers sit 15th on four. The game offers both sides a chance to steady their momentum.

The Lions opened with two wins and two clean sheets, then conceded eight across the next two league matches, losing at Southampton and at home to Wrexham. Bolton Wanderers began with a win over Preston, followed by a draw at QPR and defeats to Lincoln City and Sheffield United.

The Lions list a lengthy absentee group, with forwards Josh Coburn and Mihailo Ivanović among those injured, alongside Alfie Doughty and Luke Cundle. Bolton Wanderers have Luca Stephenson sidelined.

Season numbers point to a tight midfield battle. The Lions average 51% possession with 79.23% pass accuracy and could lean on a high crossing volume from open play. Tairyk Arconte has scored two league goals. Bolton Wanderers have 53% of the ball and 80.02% passing, with Sam Dalby also on two goals. They may look to build through controlled spells and quick deliveries.

A win would move the Lions to nine points and could push them towards the play-off picture. Bolton Wanderers would climb to seven points with victory and may rise towards mid-table security.