Millwall boss Alex Neil says his side will remain grounded despite recording 3 consecutive Championship victories to climb into the promotion picture.
The Lions made it 3 wins from 3 with a 2-0 triumph over Stoke City on Tuesday night, rounding off a superb October that began in stark contrast to their recent form.
Scintillating Month Gets Better For Millwall
After starting the month with a heavy 4-0 defeat to Coventry City, Millwall have produced an impressive response under Neil, beating West Bromwich Albion 3-0 before the international break and then seeing off Queens Park Rangers 2-1 at Loftus Road. Tuesday’s home success against Stoke lifted the club to 3rd in the table, just 5 points behind league leaders Coventry.
Tristan with his first goal in a Millwall shirt! 🤙 pic.twitter.com/oJvpEX9pXh
— Millwall FC (@MillwallFC) October 22, 2025
The turnaround has eased pressure on Neil after a difficult start to his tenure, but the Scotsman was quick to play down any talk of momentum becoming overconfidence. Speaking to NewsAtDen after the game, he said:
“Because we know what the Championship’s about, and we can easily go and lose 3 games on the bounce. So, it’s a good start, but that’s all it is. We certainly won’t be getting carried away. We just need to keep going into every game and try and win it as best we can.”
Neil’s balanced tone reflects the challenge of maintaining consistency in one of football’s most unpredictable divisions. The manager has prioritised defensive stability since arriving at The Den, with the Lions conceding only 1 goal across their last 3 matches.
Big Games In The Pipeline: Unlikely Promotion Push?
Millwall’s revival has been built on a sharper attacking edge and a more compact structure out of possession. The return to form of key players such as Kevin Nisbet and Zian Flemming has helped Neil implement a more aggressive pressing style that has quickly won over the home support.
Victory over Stoke was particularly satisfying for Neil, who managed the Potters before joining Millwall. His new side’s intensity and togetherness have been notable, with confidence growing that a play-off challenge could be within reach if form continues.
Home sweet home. 🏠
Back-to-back victories at The Den! pic.twitter.com/WHqB2FYWTf
— Millwall FC (@MillwallFC) October 21, 2025
Still, the manager’s caution is well-founded. The Championship’s tight margins mean a bad fortnight can undo weeks of progress, and Neil is determined to avoid complacency as fixtures come thick and fast.
Next up for Millwall is a trip to Oxford United this weekend before visiting Birmingham City. Another positive result could strengthen their position inside the top 6 and confirm that Neil’s methods are beginning to take hold — but for now, his message remains clear: keep feet firmly on the ground.
