Millwall vs Coventry Prediction & Betting Tips

Millwall vs Coventry Match Preview

Millwall host Coventry at The Den on 1 October in what should be a tight Championship contest. The Lions are proving hard to beat at home, but their lack of goals has slowed progress. Coventry, meanwhile, arrive with the division’s joint-highest scoring record, making them a dangerous opponent for any side.

Millwall Holding Their Ground but Lacking Edge

Millwall have taken points in three of their last four games. They held Swansea to a 1-1 draw after a 1-0 home win against Watford, a result that showed their ability to grind out narrow victories. Before that, they drew 1-1 away at Charlton, while their last defeat came against Wrexham in late August.

The Lions have only scored six goals in seven matches, underlining the lack of firepower up front. Defensively they remain organised, with just eight conceded, but the inability to consistently convert chances is restricting their climb up the table. At home, they are resilient yet often leave the door open for visiting sides to dictate play.

Coventry Carrying Strong Attacking Form

Coventry make the trip to London on the back of a 3-0 win over Birmingham. That result followed a goalless draw at Leicester and a 1-1 home draw against Norwich. Their away form also includes a 2-2 result at Oxford, while their only defeat in recent weeks came in a 2-1 loss at Millwall back in August.

The Sky Blues are among the league’s highest scorers, with 18 goals from seven matches. While their defense has conceded 12, their ability to strike consistently in attack makes them one of the more entertaining teams in the division. They will feel confident about breaking down a Millwall side that has been solid but not unbreakable.

Smart Insights by LeagueLane®

• Millwall have scored only six goals in seven league matches this season
• Coventry are the Championship’s joint-top scorers with 18 goals
• Both teams have scored in four of the last five H2H meetings
•  Millwall are unbeaten in their last three games at The Den

Millwall vs Coventry Prediction

This game sets up as a clash of styles: Millwall’s compact defense against Coventry’s free-flowing attack. The Lions will rely on discipline and their home crowd to edge through another tight contest, while the Sky Blues will look to use their superior scoring power to tilt the balance.

The betting angles support goals, with Over 2.5 looking realistic given Coventry’s record in front of goal. A draw no bet option on Coventry also carries weight, considering their firepower and recent momentum. Millwall’s resilience means it is unlikely to be one-sided, but Coventry’s attack gives them the tools to secure a narrow away win.

Marco Marin- September 29, 2025

Millwall vs Coventry Betting Tips

Coventry - Draw no Bet

OK

1.73 Odds

Over 2.5 goals

OK

1.91 Odds