What matters most for Blackburn is not only the scoreline but the manner of it.
Blackburn have often looked at their best when they play on the front foot, with runners attacking space early and wide players driving the game. If Afolayan was central to that, it gives them a different kind of threat: direct, aggressive and capable of shifting matches in a short spell.
A reported double from Afolayan stands out because decisive attackers are hard currency in this division. The Championship rarely gives teams clean afternoons; games swing on moments, second balls and sharp finishing.
For Blackburn, that kind of contribution can do two things:
If he can build on this display, Blackburn may have found a player capable of turning tight matches in their favour rather than simply helping them stay in contests.
For Millwall, conceding three away from home would be the concern. They are usually at their most awkward when matches stay compact and physical. Once the game opens up, opponents can find room to attack the back line and force uncomfortable decisions.
The next question is whether Blackburn can turn this into a run rather than a one-off. In this league, one good result helps; two or three start to change a season’s direction. Their next fixture now carries a little more edge, while Millwall will look to produce a faster, harder response of their own.