Milton Keynes Dons vs AFC Wimbledon - MK Dons to topple rivals

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MK Dons are well-positioned to extend Wimbledon's winless run

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MK Dons are tipped to defeat Wimbledon on Saturday afternoon (Getty Images)

Milton Keynes Dons vs AFC Wimbledon Preview, Predictions & Betting Tips

Milton Keynes Dons and AFC Wimbledon clash in League One in one of the most heated matches in English football. The two clubs have one of the most interesting histories in English football and their matches are often highly entertaining affairs that produce plenty of drama.

MK Dons Form & Team News

MK Dons have had a mixed start to their new campaign, winning two and losing three of their opening five fixtures. They have a game in hand over the rest of the league as they were due to face Bury on the opening day of the season.

MK have won three of their last five matches at Stadium: MK, drawing one and losing one of the other two. They have also been a highly entertaining side to watch this season, their fans have been treated to over 2.5 goals in eight of their last nine matches in all competitions.

Their last win at home came against a strong Lincoln City side two weeks ago. George Williams and Callum Brittain were on the scoresheet for Paul Tisdale’s men that afternoon.

Keiran Agard and Jordan Bowery are likely to lead the line for The Dons on Saturday with Ryan Harley holding his place in midfield. Club stalwart Dean Lewington is likely to receive the frostiest attention from the away fans. The former Wimbledon captain will probably hold his place at left-back.

MK Dons are priced at 1.95 for the win with bet365. These are generous odds given the form of Wimbledon and this is one of my tips for the match.

AFC Wimbledon Form & Team News

After surviving relegation on a dramatic closing day last season, Wimbledon have struggled to get going this campaign. Walley Downes’ side are without a win in eight games in all competitions and find themselves third from bottom in League One. Their only points coming from a 0-0 draw with Wycombe last weekend and a 1-1 draw with Accrington earlier in the season.

Like MK, Wimbledon have been an entertaining side to watch in terms of goals. The club have seen over 2.5 goals in seven of their last ten matches in all competitions. Unfortunately for them, they have also lost six of their last eight outings. A bet on over 2.5 goals being scored on Saturday is 1.85 with bet365 and is one of my tips for the match.

Walley Downes is likely to field a similar team to the one who drew 0-0 with Wycombe last weekend. Joe Piggot and Kewsi Appiah are likely to start up front. AFC Wimbledon are currently priced at 3.75 to win the match on Saturday. I would advise against betting on that, especially given the team’s winless run.

MK Dons vs Wimbledon Head to Head

MK Dons and Wimbledon have faced each other a total of eight times. MK have the better of their rivals with five victories, while Wimbledon have won two matches. Their most recent outing was last month in the English League Cup in a game that MK won on penalties after a 2-2 draw.

MK Dons vs AFC Wimbledon Match Up

MK Dons vs Wimbledon is one of the most heated games in English football and encounters between the two have often been dramatic affairs.

MK Dons have a much stronger eleven than Wimbledon with players like Keiran Agard and Ryan Harley offering plenty of experience and skill at this level. Wimbledon have played a very scrappy style of football this season and are likely to be undone by MK’s pacey attack.

MK Dons Paul Tisdale — Paul Tisdale has overseen three home wins in his last five matches as MK Dons manager (Getty Images)

MK Dons vs AFC Wimbledon Key Statistics

Milton Keynes Dons have won 3 of their last 5 home matches in League One.
Milton Keynes Dons have seen over 2.5 goals in 8 of their last 9 matches in all competitions.
AFC Wimbledon have lost 6 of their last 8 matches in all competitions.
AFC Wimbledon have seen over 2.5 goals in 7 of their last 10 matches in all competitions.

Verdict

Milton Keynes Dons v AFC Wimbledon

MK Dons are a much stronger outfit than Wimbledon and should be able to pick up a victory against them on Saturday. Both teams have been involved in high scoring encounters so far this season so a bet on over 2.5 goals also offers excellent value.

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