Millwall Held to Goalless Draw by West Brom as Coburn Misses Golden Opportunity

Millwall's Josh Coburn will lament his missed chance in the first half as his team was forced to settle for a 0-0 draw against an impressive West Brom, who are now closer to securing Championship survival. Coburn, fresh from being named Championship Player of the Month for March, disappointingly missed a clear chance from close range after a pass from Thierno Ballo. This draw moves Millwall into the top two, but they failed to capitalize on playing before their promotion rivals, Ipswich and Middlesbrough, who have a game in hand. A point for Millwall means Coventry could secure promotion to the Premier League if results go their way on Saturday. West Brom, now unbeaten in seven games, have a five-point cushion above the relegation zone. Despite Millwall having more scoring opportunities, West Brom will feel they could have taken all three points. The first half was dominated by Millwall, with Mihailo Ivanovic hitting the bar, while the second half belonged to West Brom. West Brom's best chance came in the 82nd minute when Nathan Patterson denied Jayson Molumby. Daniel Imray's intervention also prevented Tom Watson from scoring, ensuring West Brom kept a clean sheet. Attention now shifts to Coventry's match against Sheffield Wednesday and Ipswich's trip to Norwich. West Brom's James Morrison expressed his happiness with the draw, acknowledging his team's tired legs but praising their fighting spirit. Millwall's Alex Neil considered the point a positive outcome, given that his team had the best chance of the game through Coburn and showed signs of fatigue in the second half.