Millwall vs Derby Predictions

• Derby have scored in their last 7 away games.
• Millwall have failed to win their last 5 matches at home.
• The hosts have failed to win 10 of 18 home matches overall.

Rowett Return

Millwall are back in action this weekend, with revenge on the cards for Millwall boss Gary Rowett. The former Derby boss hosts his old club, with his new side flying high. Rowett has made Millwall stable in the Championship, leading them to an impressive place in the top eight after 37 games. However, can he inspire them to a playoff spot in the run in?

Former Derby manager Rowett has won his last three Championship games against the Rams, but our predictions point to a turnaround from Phillip Cocu and his men.

Derby’s Climb

The Rams aren’t too far off a playoff spot themselves, which comes after they made it to last season’s playoff final. The visitors are bidding to close the five-point gap between them and sixth, which has come following some impressive form at Pride Park for Wayne Rooney and co.

The Rams need to sort out their away record, but they did claim a 3-1 victory at Sheffield Wednesday in their last game on the road. They have found the back of the net in seven consecutive trips now, so things are improving.

Cocu’s side have lost only two of their last eight Championship games, scoring 18 times. With extra time on the training ground to work with this team the former PSV boss will be expecting a strong finish from his men.

Millwall Missing Advantage

Behind closed doors football could play into the hands of the visitors, especially this weekend. Millwall’s home following is strong, creating an atmosphere for the team to feed off. They seem like the Championship side who will be hardest hit without fans.

Of course, the Lions have already had their struggles at home. They have failed to win in their last five at this ground. That’s hit their overall record quite hard, as they’ve failed to win 10 of 18 matches at The Den this term.

This is a great chance for Derby to start back on a high note. They produced a thumping win at Huddersfield in their opening game and with plenty of time to prepare they should restart with another strong away result. We are backing the Rams Double Chance as our first prediction, while we’re backing a 2-1 away win.