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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.
9. Ryan Longman - 8
Was a goal threat within minutes with a header from a set play. His goal was a sublime finish. | Getty Images
10. Michael Obafemi - 8
Gave Millwall an outlet on the break with his pace and power. A lack of final product squandered a couple good opportunities but can hold his head high tonight. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
11. Zian Flemming - 7
Quiet night for the striker who was organised in his work. | Getty Images
12. SUB - Romain Esse - 7
Lively as soon as he came on and put in some neat work on the flank. | Getty Images