Today’s opponents are relegation-threatened Plymouth Argyle, who are looking for their first win at The Den in over 56 years.
The hosts had reduced stakes having securing their Championship safety with a win against Sunderland last week.
However, Harris remains adamant that his players must work hard in order to please the supporters.
He stated in his pre-match press conference, “The Den has to be a fortress, so to speak.” It has to be a base where teams don’t have a good time and, to some extent, are afraid to play against us. Not only the team on the pitch, but also the fanbase.
“Five games, 13 points — ultimately, it should be more, 15 points with the West Brom game — is a great return. I’ve asked a lot of the players in a short space of time and they’ve not disappointed. They’ve done me and the football club proud and I want one last hurrah at The Den for the players this year. I want it for the fans as it’s been a tough year for everybody.
“At home, it’s been unified and brilliant. There have been atmospheres and large audiences, and all I want is for everyone to come to The Den on Saturday with a grin on their face, to enjoy themselves, and to join together again. Let’s finish it correctly, with style, and with a boom.
“The players have established their standards while at home. They’ve met the demands. The task now is to do it one final time this season.”
While Harris has led Millwall to critical away victories, the Lions’ robust home form has ultimately proved crucial to their survival.
Four victories and a draw in the five matches he has overseen have helped the Lions to escape a relegation battle that still threatens the future of seven Championship clubs.
Plymouth is one of those seven and, in theory, has the most pressing need for points in today’s match.
However, Harris does not feel this will give Argyle a psychological advantage in the encounter.
Speaking earlier this week, the Lions coach told NewsAtDen: “Are we at a disadvantage because we don’t necessarily need to win a football game, or does it become an advantage because the shackles are off, the shoulders are back, and we can play with some freedom?
“I gave the message on the pitch after the game on Saturday. Congratulations on your achievements thus far, but we’ll be at The Den on Saturday and want to conclude in style.
“That’s me right there putting it on the players. I’ll select a team accordingly, and I want the players to make sure we’re on track in our final home game.
“As I’ve always said as head coach and manager, they’ll know exactly what I think, but 17,000 Millwall fans will always tell them what they think, too. “Me and the fans should be enough to motivate them.”
