Who plays at the den?
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Asked by: Chris Ward
Why is The Den called The Den?
Having been the nomads of the Isle Of Dogs for 25 years, the club made the choice to settle in The Den in 1910 and lasted 83 years before moving to a new ground. Just to confuse supporters of both their own club and other clubs, Millwall decided to call their new stadium The Den, too.
Does Millwall own The Den?
The Den is the sixth stadium that Millwall have occupied since their formation in the Millwall area of the Isle of Dogs in 1885.
The Den.
| Location | New Cross London, SE16 |
| Coordinates | 51°29′9.43″N 0°3′3.42″W |
| Public transit | South Bermondsey |
| Capacity | 20,146 |
| Construction | |
|---|---|
What is the old den now?
The site is now occupied by housing. The site and surrounding area are now known to locals as “Little Millwall” and Millwall fans still make the trip by foot from New Cross Gate station through the area to the all-seater New Den in Bermondsey.
When was the old den demolished?
1993
The new stadium was unveiled in December 1990, and a few years later, in the summer of 1993, the club made the move to the New Den. The old Den got subsequently demolished and replaced by housing.
What was the attendance at Millwall today?
Millwall FC on Twitter: “Tonight’s attendance is 16,601, including 1,820 away supporters.
Do Millwall still have a firm?
The Millwall Bushwackers are the most notorious football firm associated with Millwall Football Club.
Millwall Bushwackers.
| Founding location | New Cross |
|---|---|
| Years active | 1972– |
| Territory | South London |
| Ethnicity | Predominantly White British |
| Membership (est.) | 200–250 |
What pub do Millwall drink in?
If you’re after a real football pub though, Millwall fans have been drinking at the Blue Anchor on Southwark Park Road for years. The family-run pub is always buzzing with home fans, and has one of the best atmospheres on match days.
Is Millwall safe for away fans?
Away fans are located at one end of the ground in the North Stand (usually in the upper tier only). Around 4,000 away fans can be accommodated in this end. Like the general improvement in football, a trip to Millwall is not as threatening as it once was.
How many grounds have Millwall had?
four different grounds
Millwall moved to a new stadium, named The Den, in New Cross, South London in 1910. The club had previously occupied four different grounds in the 25 years since their formation in East London; limited expansion space on the Isle of Dogs meant The Lions had to move to boost support and attendances.
Is Millwall a rough area?
A quiet neighborhood of terraces and apartment complexes in the shadow of Canary Wharf. Millwall has an average violent crime rate and an average property crime rate for London.
Where do away fans drink at Millwall?
London bridge
For obvious reasons, away fans are advised to keep drinking around the ground to a minimum. A few drinks in one of the pubs around London bridge such as The Shipwright Arms on Tooley Street before heading down to the ground seems a good bet.
Why does nobody like Millwall?
During the 70s, Millwall fans earned a reputation for hooliganism. Many at the club felt they were unfairly singled out, particularly as there were plenty of other clubs with hooligan elements in England at the time.
Who is Millwall’s biggest rival?
West Ham United
Millwall’s main rivalry is with East London club West Ham United, with Palace placed second and Charlton third. Crystal Palace fans consider their main rival to be Brighton, with Millwall second and Charlton third.
Why do West Ham fans hate Millwall?
In 1926 a general strike was observed by workers around the Royal Docks, the majority of whom were West Ham supporters. An unsubstantiated story states that Millwall-supporting shipyard workers of the Isle of Dogs refused to lend their support, provoking outrage.
