Millwall hosts West Ham in 100th meeting at the Den
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Millwall and West Ham met on September 19, 2026, for the 100th competitive encounter between the teams, marking the first clash in 14 years. The historic match took place at Millwall's home ground, the Den, which is situated by the Thames. Both clubs originated from the heavy industries of east London’s docklands in the late 19th century, with geographical ties that have evolved over time. Adam Isfendiyar, a documentary photographer, documented the matchday experience for fans during this significant occasion.
- •Millwall hosted West Ham for their 100th meeting.
- •The match took place at the Den on September 19, 2026.
- •This was the first encounter between the teams in 14 years.
- •Both clubs have historical ties to east London's docklands.
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"For the first time in 14 years, Millwall and West Ham faced each other in their 100th meeting. Documentary photographer Adam Isfendiyar was at the Den to record the fans’ matchday experience On 19 September 2026, Millwall hosted West Ham at the Den. It was the 100th competitive meeting between the clubs, and the first in 14 years. The two teams are separated and connected by the Thames. They were formed around the heavy industries of east London’s docklands in the late 19th century and were geographically much closer then – Millwall on the Isle of Dogs and Thames Ironworks, from which West Ham emerged, around Canning Town. Before Millwall relocated south of the Thames to New Cross in 1910, both were north of the river and only a little over two miles apart. Straight to the point: graffiti on a wall near the Den. Continue reading...
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