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Millwall result has 1 positive and 1 negative for Leeds United

A general view of the ground ahead of The Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Millwall and Barnsley at The Den on January 6, 2018 in London, ...
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Leeds United take on Millwall after the international break.

Lee Gregory of Millwall shoots at goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Millwall at Elland Road on January 20, 2018 in Leeds, England.

Leeds United have two weeks to plan for their next fixture after the international break, against Millwall.

Both teams suffered disappointing losses this weekend, with Millwall losing their FA Cup quarter-final to Brighton on penalties.

Leeds were beaten by Sheffield United at the weekend, a setback to their promotion hopes.

Millwall’s result had mixed news for Leeds, bearing in mind the upcoming fixture on March 30 at Elland Road.

1 positive

Millwall will be without a regular for their trip to Leeds.

Shane Ferguson was sent off for an alleged stamp and will be suspended for three matches.

Ferguson has made 30 appearances for Millwall this season and his absence will leave the Championship strugglers with a void to fill.

Shane Ferguson of Millwall celebrate after he's team mate Aiden O'Brien (not on picture) score goal scoring goal during the FA Cup Quarter Final match between Millwall and Brighton and...

1 negative

The FA Cup exit means Millwall can focus entirely on the Championship.

The FA Cup semi-finals are to be held the week after the Leeds game, providing a big distraction for Millwall’s players.

The Lions will be desperate to give their fans something to smile about after their agonising cup exit, and a win over Leeds would certainly do that.

Neil Harris, manager of Millwall looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Millwall and Wolverhampton at The Den on December 26, 2017 in London, England.