Millwall manager Gary Rowett explains why Shane Ferguson didn’t feature against Brentford

Millwall manager Gary Rowett has explained Shane Ferguson’s absence from Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Brentford.

The Northern Ireland international did not feature at The Den at the weekend.

Rowett said: “Fergie’s wife had a baby yesterday [Friday] – a little girl. Congratulations to both of them.

“He hasn’t got family down with him. He didn’t train yesterday, so I felt it was very important he was with them and make sure they are okay.

“He’ll be back in Monday ready to train.”

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