AFC Wimbledon vs Cardiff prediction 19.08.2025 | League One
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- Competition: League One
- Date: 19/08/2025
- KO: 19:45 UK / 20:45 CEST
- Venue: Cherry Red Records Stadium
Cardiff make the trip to south London for a midweek League One clash against AFC Wimbledon at the Cherry Red Records Stadium.
Wimbledon comes into this game with confidence raised following back-to-back League One wins, but Cardiff – one of the strongest squads in the division – are also unbeaten since the opening day and carry serious promotion ambitions under Brian Barry-Murphy.
This is the first meeting between the clubs in over a decade, and with both sides showing attacking intent in recent weeks, another open contest looks likely on Tuesday night.
AFC Wimbledon team overview
AFC Wimbledon come into Tuesday’s contest in good spirits after a 2:1 away win at Reading last weekend.
Johnnie Jackson’s side have found momentum in recent weeks, picking up six points from their last two League One outings, while also claiming a penalñty shootout victory against Gillingham in their EFL Cup clash.
While in good early-season form, a lack of clean sheets remains an issue for the Dons. Wimbledon conceded at least one goal in seven of their last eight fixtures.
Head coach Jackson is set to keep faith with the same side that started Saturday's win against Reading. Sam Hutchinson is the only confirmed absentee for the visitors.
Last matches of
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Reading
1 : 2
AFC Wimbledon
League One
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Gillingham
2 : 4
AFC Wimbledon
Carabao Cup
-
AFC Wimbledon
2 : 0
Lincoln City F.C
League One
-
Luton Town F.C.
1 : 0
AFC Wimbledon
League One
-
Sutton United
2 : 0
AFC Wimbledon
Club Friendlies 3
lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Nathan Bishop
Defenders
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33
Isaac Ogundere
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31
Joe Lewis
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6
Ryan Johnson
Midfielders
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2
Nathan Asiimwe
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12
Alistair Smith
-
4
Jake Reeves
-
21
Myles Hippolyte
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3
Steve Seddon
Forwards
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14
Mathew Stevens
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11
Marcus Browne
Cardiff team overview
Cardiff maintained their strong start to life in League One with a comfortable 3:0 win against Rotherham last weekend. Rubin Colwill's goal put the seal on an impressive performance from Brian Barry-Murphy's men.
Still unbeaten since their drop down to England's third tier, Cardiff picked up victories in three of their last four games, while they remain unbeaten in nine games played (including friendlies) this season.
Like the home side, goals at both ends have been relatively frequent for the Bluebirds. Seven of their last ten games finished with both teams on the scoresheet.
Head coach Barry-Murphy has a fully fit squad available for selection. The visitors are expected to name the same XI that eased past Rotherham.
Last matches of
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Cardiff City
3 : 0
Rotherham United
League One
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Cardiff City
2 : 1
Swindon Town
Carabao Cup
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Port Vale
0 : 0
Cardiff City
League One
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Cardiff City
2 : 1
Peterborough United
League One
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Cardiff City
0 : 3
Ammanford
League Cup
lineup
Goalkeeper
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13
Nathan Trott
Defenders
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44
Ronan Kpakio
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2
William Fish
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48
Dylan Lawlor
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6
Ryan Wintle
Midfielders
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28
Dakarai Mafico
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11
Ollie Tanner
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14
David Turnbull
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10
Rubin Colwill
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45
Cian Ashford
Forwards
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22
Yousef Salech
Prediction
A competitive contest between two in-form sides is likely to deliver in the goal markets.
BTTS is my best bet on Tuesday.
Three Reasons Why We Expect BTTS in AFC Wimbledon vs Cardiff
- AFC Wimbledon have scored in all four of their league matches this season.
- Cardiff have seen BTTS land in 9 of their last 10 matches
- Both teams are averaging over 1.5 goals scored per game so far this season.
Main prediction -
Both Teams to Score
Best Odds:
22Bet
2.04
vs standings in League One
| Regular Season | P | W | D | L |
G - A
|
GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stevenage | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 - 2 | +4 | 9 |
| 2 | Cardiff City | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 - 1 | +4 | 7 |
| 3 | Barnsley | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 - 4 | +3 | 7 |
| 4 | Stockport County | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 - 3 | +3 | 7 |
| 5 | Doncaster Rovers | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 - 2 | +2 | 7 |
| 6 | Bradford City | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 - 2 | +2 | 7 |
| 7 | Huddersfield Town | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 - 3 | +4 | 6 |
| 8 | Wigan Athletic | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 - 3 | +2 | 6 |
| 9 | AFC Wimbledon | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 - 2 | +2 | 6 |
| 10 | Luton Town | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 - 2 | +2 | 6 |
| 11 | Lincoln City | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 - 4 | +1 | 6 |
| 12 | Burton Albion | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 - 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 13 | Bolton Wanderers | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 - 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 14 | Leyton Orient | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 - 5 | -1 | 4 |
| 15 | Exeter City | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 - 4 | +1 | 3 |
| 16 | Mansfield Town | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 - 5 | -1 | 3 |
| 17 | Blackpool | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 - 9 | -3 | 3 |
| 18 | Rotherham United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 - 5 | -3 | 3 |
| 19 | Port Vale | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 - 2 | -1 | 2 |
| 20 | Wycombe Wanderers | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 - 5 | -2 | 1 |
| 21 | Northampton Town | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 - 5 | -4 | 1 |
| 22 | Plymouth Argyle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 - 8 | -5 | 0 |
| 23 | Reading | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 - 6 | -5 | 0 |
| 24 | Peterborough United | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 - 6 | -5 | 0 |