Dale Stephens is ready for a red-hot atmosphere at Millwall in the FA Cup.
The Albion midfielder used to play for Millwall's near-neighbours Charlton.
So he knows what to expect in the quarter-final at the Den (2pm).
Stephens said: "I've been there a few times. A lot of players have been there and said the same thing - it's obviously a difficult place to go.
"The stye of play is high tempo and it's intimidating. But I enjoyed it. They generate a good atmosphere which is good to play in front of.
"At Charlton the fans certainly made you aware of the calibre of the game, it was a local derby. And you could feel it on the day.
"The toughest game I ever played there was a pre-season game with Charlton! It was a testimonial match for Alan Dunn. It was the last pre-season fixture before the season started and I remember it being a typical, difficult away game at Millwall!
"I don’t think they change whether it's a friendly pre-season or a big game during the season. That's how they play. There will be no surprises."
Stephens will need to improve on a miserable record against Millwall to help Albion to the semi-finals for only the second time in their history and a trip to Wembley.
He said: "I've not done that well at The Den, I've not won there in four games. I think the best I've done is a draw and that was with Brighton. So I'll be looking to change that. It's a good time to go there and knock that record on the head."
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