Millwall manager Alex Neil is celebrating what he calls an "unbelievable season" after his side secured a dominant 2-0 victory over Oxford United, keeping their promotion dreams alive in the Championship. While Ipswich Town edged out the Lions for the second automatic promotion spot, Neil's squad has plenty to roar about as they head into the playoff mix.
The win at The Den was a masterclass in control, with Millwall dictating play from the first whistle. Neil, however, wasn't entirely satisfied—he felt his team should have buried the game earlier. "I thought we deserved to win, we were comfortable, but my only frustration is we didn't score more in the first half," he admitted to BBC Radio London. "When you hear the fans shouting it's 2-0 after 10 minutes, you've got to stay focused. Football lasts 90-odd minutes, and we couldn't afford to slip up."
Now, the Lions face a thrilling playoff showdown against Hull City, with a trip to Wembley on the line. For a team that has consistently punched above its weight this season, Neil sees this as the next chapter in a remarkable journey. "We got the job done, and now we're in the playoffs with an unbelievable season," he said. "But there's still a lot to play for."
As Millwall gear up for this high-stakes clash, fans are buzzing with anticipation. Whether you're decked out in Lions gear or just love the drama of playoff football, this is the kind of story that reminds us why we live for the beautiful game.
