AFC Wimbledon vs Stevenage predictions for Tuesday night’s EFL Trophy affair. Who will prevail in this first match of Group K which will take place at The Cherry Red Records Stadium? Will Wimbledon make the most of the home advantage? Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.
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AFC Wimbledon vs Stevenage Predictions
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EFL Trophy Showdown: AFC Wimbledon and Stevenage’s Quest for Supremacy
Key Stats
– Stevenage boast an impressive record against Wimbledon, with five wins in their last seven meetings.
– James Tilley is in red-hot form with six goals in his last five outings for Wimbledon.
The EFL Trophy Group K kicks off with what promises to be a thrilling contest between AFC Wimbledon and Stevenage. As the two sides prepare to lock horns at The Cherry Red Records Stadium on Tuesday evening, we dive deep into their recent performances, form, and what to expect from this encounter.
AFC Wimbledon: The Journey So Far
The Dons have shown resilience in the early stages of the season. Fresh from a commendable 2-2 draw against Newport County, the home team currently stands undefeated in the league. With 10 points from six matches, they find themselves comfortably placed in fifth position. Moreover, under the guidance of Johnnie Jackson, Wimbledon’s performance across all fronts looks impressive with three wins, four draws, and a sole loss, which came at the hands of Premier League big shots, Chelsea.
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Reflecting on their EFL Trophy exploits from the previous season, AFC Wimbledon had a commendable run, finishing at the top of their group and advancing to the third knockout round. However, history doesn’t favour them against Stevenage, as they suffered losses in both their League Two encounters last term. The bookmakers, hence, consider them the underdogs in this matchup.
Stevenage: Riding High on Success
Stevenage’s trajectory tells a tale of triumph. After sealing promotion back to League One with a brilliant performance in the previous season, they have carried their momentum into 2023-24. Six matches in, and with 13 points, Steve Evans’s men are third in the league standings. Their recent form in all competitions has been robust with five wins, a draw, and two losses.
Last week’s setback against Exeter City in the Carabao Cup hasn’t deterred their spirit, evident from their 3-0 win over Leyton Orient. Historical data augments their confidence as they’ve been victorious in five of their last seven encounters with AFC Wimbledon.
Player Watch
With Paul Kalambayi and Huseyin Biler sidelined due to injuries for Wimbledon, the onus will fall on James Tilley. The midfielder has been in scintillating form, with six goals in his last five appearances. For Stevenage, they’ll miss the services of Jake Forster-Caskey owing to suspension. Jordan Roberts, who has been the linchpin in their attacking third, will look to bolster the frontline along with Jamie Reid and loanee, Charlie McNeill.
Expert Analysis and Predictions
Drawing upon the BettingTips4You Expert Rating, James Tilley emerges as the top-performing player for Wimbledon with a rating of 7.98. Stevenage, on the other hand, boasts Dan Sweeney as their standout performer, with a rating of 8.10.
Prediction 1: Given their current forms and historical data, Stevenage seems poised for a win, though we expect Wimbledon to give them a tough fight. Thus, our prediction for the market is both teams to score.
Prediction 2: Delving deep into their recent performances and defensive patterns, a 2-1 victory for Stevenage seems plausible.
Prediction 3: James Tilley, with his current scoring streak, appears to be the man to watch out for, and we predict him to find the net at least once during the game.
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