Millwall contre Hull City — Championship

**Millwall 1-3 Hull City**

**Playing Style:** Millwall dominated possession (57% vs 43%) and had a higher number of passes (425 vs 322), with a strong emphasis on forward movement, evidenced by more passes in the opposition half (156 vs 125) and more touches inside the opponent box (24 vs 17). Their play was structured, with a high pass accuracy (76% vs 67%) and a strong aerial presence (29 vs 20 aerial duels won). Hull City, by contrast, played a more direct and efficient style, with a higher box entry to shot rate (59 vs 42%) and more shots outside the box (5 vs 2). They were more effective in defensive actions (73 vs 50) and had a stronger goalkeeping performance, with more shots conceded saved (5 vs 3) and a higher save percentage (83 vs 50%).

**Strengths and Weaknesses:** Millwall’s strengths lay in their possession-based approach, with high pass accuracy, strong aerial duels, and a higher number of shots inside the box (8 vs 5). However, they struggled to convert big chances, with a 50% conversion rate (1/2) compared to Hull City’s 75% (3/4). Their defensive actions were fewer (50 vs 73), and they committed more fouls (12 vs 7). Hull City’s strengths included a more efficient attack, with a higher box entry to shot rate and more successful tackles (25 vs 12). They also had a stronger defensive structure, with more clearances (38 vs 22) and a higher defensive actions share (59 vs 41). Their weakness was a lower number of big chances created (4 vs 6), though they were more clinical in converting them.

**Conclusion:** Despite Millwall’s dominance in possession and passing, Hull City’s efficiency in converting opportunities led to the 1-3 result. Hull City created more big chances (4 vs 6) and converted a higher percentage (75% vs 50%), which was critical in securing the win. Millwall had more shots inside the box and better aerial control, but their inability to capitalize on their chances was a key factor in the loss. Hull City’s stronger defensive actions and goalkeeping performance also contributed to their success, despite having fewer shots on target. The result reflects Hull City’s better finishing and more effective use of their opportunities, even though Millwall had more control of the game in terms of possession and territory.