Luton host Rotherham United on Saturday looking for their first home league win over the Millers for almost 30 years.
Back on August 31, 1996, the Hatters triumphed 1-0 in a new Division Two contest at Kenilworth Road thanks to Mitchell Thomas’s second half goal which secured their opening success of a season in which they finished third, only to miss out on promotion via the play-offs. To find out just who lined up for Town that day, see below.
5. DF: Marvin Johnson
Long-serving defender played 44 league matches for the Hatters, including the second leg of the play-off semi-final against Crewe Alexandra too, as the next season he unfortunately struggled with injuries. Photo: Hatters Heritage
6. MF: Gary Waddock
Defensive midfielder played 41 times for the Hatters in the season, with two goals as well, netting in successive games against Bristol Rovers and Preston North End during February. Photo: Hatters Heritage
7. MF: Ceri Hughes
Welsh international midfielder featured 36 games in the regular campaign for the Hatters, with four goals to his name, netting against Brentford, Millwall and both matches with Notts County. Photo: Hatters Heritage
8. MF: Paul Showler
Having joined for £50,000 from Bradford City, the talented midfielder scoring dix goals in 23 appearances for Luton that season, including a double in the 3-0 victory over Peterborough United. Unfortunately suffered with injuries, as he didn't feature following the 1-0 win over Brentford on March 21. Photo: Hatters Heritage