Neil Harris says Millwall’s 2-0 win over Southend in the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy Area Semi Final last night was the response he wanted after questioning his players for a dip in form.

Steve Morison and Shaun Williams scored either side of half-time at Roots Hall to send the Lions through to the Area Final.

Millwall had suffered three defeats in four games before the cup victory and Harris was delighted with his team’s performance.

“I questioned the players publicly for the first time on Saturday and asked for a response from them. What we all saw here tonight was exactly that,” Harris said.

“They started the game as we knew they would - full of energy with plenty of movement going forward.

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“But we defended that spell of the game well and once we got the first goal, which was a terrific finish from Steve, we really grew into it and took more control.

“On the whole I think we deserved to win it. They were two quality goals we scored and we are delighted that so many of our fans travelled here to watch what was a really good display.

“I have to thank them once again because their support throughout was terrific.

“Our hold up play and the way we linked things together was especially impressive so I have to praise the front four for their work.

“But it was a really good team performance and I'm pleased for them that we have made it through to the Area Final."

Harris’s attention now returns to League One as Millwall travel to relegation-battlers Oldham on Saturday.

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