Millwall v Blackburn Rovers: play-off push meets survival fight | OneFootball

Millwall host Blackburn Rovers in the Championship at The Den on Saturday, 14 March 2026, with the hosts sitting third and the visitors looking to put distance between themselves and the relegation fight.

Blackburn Rovers have enjoyed the better of recent meetings and won the reverse fixture 2-0 in December, but Millwall arrive with momentum and home advantage in South London.

The Lions have won four of their last five league games, including back to back victories over Hull City and Derby County this week. Blackburn Rovers, by contrast, have one win in five after a midweek defeat at Oxford United.

Injuries could shape selection. Millwall are without midfield options Massimo Luongo, Ryan Leonard and Casper de Norre, among others. Blackburn Rovers list Sondre Trondstad and Ryan Hedges as sidelined, while forwards Andri Gudjohnsen and Augustus Kargbo are also out.

Expect a direct, set piece friendly feel. The Lions have kept 15 clean sheets this season and are strong in the air, which, alongside a steady supply from wide areas, could trouble a Rovers back line that has conceded 48 league goals. Blackburn Rovers have struggled for goals overall but carry an aerial threat, with 10 headed goals suggesting crosses may be their best route.

A win would help the Lions tighten their grip on the promotion play-off places. Blackburn Rovers are 20th on 39 points and any result here could be significant in keeping a buffer to the relegation places.