Millwall Manager Alex Neil Urges Team to Seize Promotion Opportunity

As the Championship promotion race intensifies, Millwall manager Alex Neil is urging his players to approach the challenge with confidence and zero fear. The Lions are currently third in the league with four games remaining and can move into second place with a win over QPR on Saturday. A victory would also secure a play-off spot if Wrexham fails to beat Stoke. Neil's team has experienced a rollercoaster ride in recent weeks, with a win over Middlesbrough followed by a defeat to Norwich and a draw with West Brom. However, Ipswich's surprise loss to Portsmouth has left the promotion race open. Neil believes his team should relish the opportunity, given that Millwall has not been in the Championship play-offs since 2002. He emphasized the importance of enjoying the moment and giving it their best shot, saying, 'You never know when this opportunity is going to come back round again. Don't be a passenger and let it pass by you.' Neil also highlighted the need for his players to maintain a cool head while keeping a fire in their belly, especially during critical moments in games. With discussions among fans about whether Millwall will achieve automatic promotion or settle for the play-offs, Neil is keen to keep things in perspective, stating that his team has already given fans one of the best seasons in decades. He expressed his desire to achieve automatic promotion but emphasized that the play-offs would not be a disappointment, as it would provide an opportunity to fight and win more games.