Match Preview
The Sky Bet Championship schedule continues with a classic “physical-meets-technical” matchup as Hull City host Millwall at the MKM Stadium on Saturday 13 December 2025. In a league where form can flip in a week, this fixture has the feel of a momentum game: Hull are trying to stay in touch with the top-half pack, while Millwall are pushing to turn solid performances into a more stable climb up the table.
Hull City start the weekend in 16th place with 24 points from 20 matches (record: 7 wins, 3 draws, 10 defeats). Their goal difference sits at −4 (20 scored, 24 conceded). The Tigers’ season has been a little stop-start, with strong performances followed by setbacks, and they will be eager to make MKM Stadium a reliable points base during the busy festive period.
Millwall arrive in 15th with 25 points from 19 matches (record: 7 wins, 4 draws, 8 defeats) and a goal difference of +1 (18 scored, 17 conceded). The Lions have generally been solid defensively, and recent results include a confidence-building win over Bristol City that came with plenty of emotion and late drama.
With the table so congested in mid-season, three points here can significantly shift the mood for either club. Hull will look to play with tempo and purpose at home, while Millwall will be comfortable in a fight, aiming to keep it tight and win the key moments.
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Match Information
| Date | Saturday 13 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Kick-off Time | 15:00 GMT (UK time) / 15:00 UTC |
| Venue | MKM Stadium, Hull, England |
| Competition | Sky Bet Championship 2025/26 – Round 21 |
| Home Team | Hull City |
| Away Team | Millwall |
Championship Table Snapshot (Before Kick-off)
Both sides sit in the crowded middle of the Championship table:
| Team | Pos | GP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millwall | 15th | 19 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 17 | +1 | 25 |
| Hull City | 16th | 20 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 20 | 24 | -4 | 24 |
Hull are chasing consistency and need home points to avoid being dragged towards the bottom third. Millwall, with a game in hand and a strong defensive record, will feel they can climb with a good run.
Form Guide & Key Storylines
Hull City
- Season record: 7W–3D–10L (24 points).
- Goal difference: −4 (20 scored, 24 conceded).
- Home priority: turn MKM Stadium into a reliable points base.
Hull’s best performances have come when they control tempo and win duels in midfield. The challenge has been sustaining that level and avoiding defensive lapses that swing matches.
Millwall
- Season record: 7W–4D–8L (25 points).
- Defensive base: only 17 conceded in 19 games, one of the better mid-table records.
- Recent boost: a gritty win over Bristol City that lifted confidence.
Millwall are comfortable in tight, physical matches. If they keep the scoreline close, they are very hard to break down and always carry a set-piece threat.
Head-to-Head
Hull and Millwall meetings are often competitive, with draws common and few goals in several recent games. The Championship tends to produce this kind of matchup where structure and second balls decide long spells of the match.
Selected Recent Meetings
| Date | Competition | Fixture | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Mar 2025 | Championship | Millwall vs Hull City | 1–1 |
| 19 Oct 2024 | Championship | Hull City vs Millwall | 1–0 (Hull) |
| 24 Feb 2024 | Championship | Hull City vs Millwall | 0–1 (Millwall) |
Those results underline how narrow the margins tend to be, and that pattern suggests another tight contest is likely unless an early goal opens the match up.
Tactical Outlook
Hull City: tempo at home and controlled attacking phases
- Home pressure: Hull will look to start with energy and make Millwall defend early.
- Wide delivery: crosses and cut-backs can be key if Millwall sit deep.
- Midfield duels: winning second balls is essential to sustain pressure.
- Defensive concentration: avoiding silly fouls and poor turnovers that feed Millwall’s strengths.
Millwall: compact, physical, and dangerous on set-pieces
- Compact defensive block: protecting central areas and forcing Hull wide.
- Set-piece focus: corners and wide free-kicks are one of Millwall’s most reliable routes to goals.
- Direct play: turning defensive wins into quick attacks, especially into channels.
- Game management: slowing the tempo and keeping the contest tight for as long as possible.
The game may hinge on whether Hull can break down Millwall’s structure without exposing themselves to counters and set-piece danger.
Key Players to Watch
- Hull City – attacking runners: timing and movement in the box will be vital if Hull are delivering from wide areas.
- Hull City – central midfielders: controlling second balls and stopping counters early can decide whether Hull dominate or get dragged into a fight.
- Millwall – defensive leaders: organisation and aerial strength will be crucial under pressure.
- Millwall – set-piece threat: delivery quality and attacking the first contact can flip a match even when chances in open play are limited.
Match Outlook and Prediction
Predicted Final Score: Hull City 1–1 Millwall
This looks like the type of Championship match where both teams can justify taking something from it. Hull’s home advantage and goal output suggest they can score, but Millwall’s defensive structure and ability to keep games tight make them difficult to beat.
Prediction: Hull City 1–1 Millwall, with the match likely decided by set-pieces and key moments rather than a wave of open-play chances.