Oxford boss Rowett ready for return to 'unique' Millwall

Oxford United boss Gary Rowett says he's not bothered whether he gets a good reception or not when he takes his new side to Millwall on New Year's Day.

Rowett spent four years in charge at The Den before being sacked in October 2023.

He was appointed Oxford's new head coach earlier this month and has overseen back-to-back home wins over the Christmas period.

"I did see the fixtures, and it did seem ironic I would go to The Den in three games time," Rowett told BBC Oxford's podcast The Dub.

"I had a brilliant relationship; I was there for four years and still speak to the owner now."

Along with Plymouth, Oxford are the only Championship side yet to win away from home and Millwall will have their new manager, Alex Neil, in charge for the first time on 1 January.

"The fans are very unique there and an incredible bunch, and whether I get a good reception or not isn't going to really matter too much.

"We're going there to get some points, but it'll be a different test."

You can listen to the full episode of The Dub and past episodes here.