Millwall 0-2 Hull City | EFL Championship | 12 May 2026

Hull City secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Millwall at The Den on 12 May 2026, strengthening their push for a play-off place while leaving the Lions looking nervously over their shoulders in the Championship table.

Match Overview

In a contest that rarely caught fire in the opening half, Hull always looked the more composed side. Millwall’s trademark physicality was largely nullified by a disciplined Tigers defence, and the visitors’ clinical finishing in the second half proved the difference. The win moves Hull to 5th in the standings, while Millwall slip to 14th, just six points above the relegation zone.

Key Moments

• 14th minute – Millwall denied by the woodwork: A corner kick caused chaos in the Hull box, and Jake Cooper’s header crashed off the crossbar. It was the closest the home side came all night.
• 54th minute – Hull take the lead: A quick break down the left saw Jaden Philogene cut inside and unleash a fierce shot that deflected off a defender and looped over the helpless Millwall keeper. 0-1.
• 78th minute – Hull seal the win: Óscar Estupiñán latched onto a through ball, shrugged off a challenge, and slotted home low into the corner to double the advantage. 0-2.

Tactical Story

Millwall manager Neil Harris set up his side in a direct 4‑4‑2, relying on set-pieces and long balls into the box. Hull’s head coach Liam Rosenior countered with a 4‑2‑3‑1 that prioritised ball retention and quick switches of play. The Tigers’ midfield trio of Jean Michaël Seri, Regan Slater and Ozan Tufan controlled the tempo, limiting Millwall to just three shots on target all evening.

Standout Performers

Jaden Philogene was the game’s most threatening attacker, completing five dribbles and scoring the crucial opener. At the back, Alfie Jones marshalled the defence superbly, winning 10 out of 12 aerial duels. For Millwall, goalkeeper George Long made several smart stops to keep the score manageable.

Table & Season Impact

Hull City now sit 5th in the Championship table, level on points with 4th‑placed Middlesbrough but with a game in hand. Millwall, meanwhile, remain 14th but have now lost three of their last four matches, leaving them uncomfortably close to the drop zone. The result also extends Hull’s unbeaten run against Millwall to five league matches.