Fuming and Furious: Millwall Boss Neil Harris Blasts Team Over ‘Disgraceful’ Early Goal in Crushing Luton Defeat, Vows Revenge

September 14, 2024
Millwall manager Neil Harris on the touchline during the Sky Bet Championship match at The Den, London. Picture date: Saturday September 14, 2024. (Photo by Rhianna Chadwick/PA Images via Getty Images)

Neil Harris expressed dissatisfaction with Luton Town’s winning goal in a 1-0 defeat for Millwall at The Den. Teden Mengi executed a superb first-time strike from long range past Lukas Jensen after Millwall had initially tested the Danish goalkeeper. Despite late chances falling to Macaulay Langstaff and Shaun Hutchinson, the Lions couldn’t equalize.

Millwall’s Joe Bryan (right) reacts after the Sky Bet Championship match at The Den, London. Picture date: Saturday September 14, 2024. (Photo by Rhianna Chadwick/PA Images via Getty Images)

While Harris praised aspects of his team’s performance, he highlighted defensive lapses for the deciding goal. He pointed out the team’s positive aspects like their dominance and pressing play but lamented the lack of a clinical edge in the final third. Harris particularly bemoaned the conceding of an early goal, emphasizing the need for a stronger defensive mindset.

Millwall’s Joe Bryan receives treatment during the Sky Bet Championship match at The Den, London. Picture date: Saturday September 14, 2024. (Photo by Rhianna Chadwick/PA Images via Getty Images)

Expressing disappointment with the team’s inconsistency in defending, Harris questioned their mentality and aggressive nature. He compared their performances against different opponents and urged his players to show more hunger and determination in protecting their goal. The coach made it clear that these issues would be addressed rigorously in the upcoming week of training.

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 14: Teden Mengi of Luton Town celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Millwall FC and Luton Town FC at The Den on September 14, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

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