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Millwall bounced back from two consecutive Championship defeats with a huge win against league-leaders Leicester City at The Den on Tuesday night to boost survival hopes.
Millwall confidence was boosted within seconds as the home side won a free-kick from kick-off. The set play was whipped in by George Honeyman and found Ryan Longman's head, with the shot easy for Mads Hermansen to save.
Despite early excitement, Neil Harris' side opted for a wise approach as they stood off the league leaders, absorbing Foxes pressure as Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall tried to conduct the visitors' way through a disciplined formation.
The promotion-chasers managed little to show for their dominance in possession before the break with Millwall arguably looking more dangerous thanks to Michael Obafemi's pace on the break.
The Lions lost the lively Honeyman to injury shortly after the resumption with Romain Esse coming off the bench. Still tough to break down, Millwall soon took their moment on the break through Longman who cut in from the wing and blasted a spectacular goal into the far corner from the edge of the box.
Harris' men were assured after taking the lead, seeing out the game thanks to a goal line Billy Mitchell clearance. Here's how the Millwall players rated in the vital win.
5. Ryan Leonard - 8
Great delivery from out wide all night. Had his work cut out against Mavididi but did well. | Getty Images
6. George Honeyman - 8
A decent early free-kick delivery scared Leicester City and his energy was a danger on the break. Foxes had to take him out with fouls a few times which led to his early sub in the second half. | Getty Images
7. Billy Mitchell - 10
A bulldog performance. Was everywhere tonight with his defensive work and was sharp to set up the break and knock the ball through to Longman for the goal. A header off the line in injury time capped off a spectacular outing. | Getty Images
8. George Saville - 8
Also put a big shift in as Leicester struggled to progress from midfield to attack. | Getty Images