- Cambridge United have lost once in their last five games (2 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat).
- AFC Wimbledon have won three of their last five matches (1 draw, 1 defeat).
- Cambridge United have a home advantage and are higher in the table, making them the more likely winner on the day.
Solid sides face off at the Abbey
Cambridge United are unbeaten in two games after beating Reading 2-1 at home last time out before a 1-1 draw away to Oxford United today. The U's sit 5th in the League One 2026/2027 standings on 12 points from seven matches, one point ahead of AFC Wimbledon, who are 7th on 11 points from 7 games.
Neil Harris has done a steady job at the helm of Cambridge United since taking over in February 2025, and The U's 4-2-3-1 system that includes a double pivot, quick transition and high-pressing to win the ball in the middle third is helping to keep them in the promotion picture at the moment.
Harris' men have played in an entertaining fashion in this young season, winning two, drawing two and losing one of their previous five games in all competitions. Ben Knight is the top scorer for Cambridge in League One 2026/2027, and his two goals in six games may not sound like a lot, but it is enough to give The U's a dependable edge up top in an otherwise evenly matched encounter on Saturday.
Don’t be surprised if The Dons nick this one
The Dons have had a tough start to life in League One 2026/27, but Johnnie Jackson's organized 3-5-2 system, featuring two wing-backs and a block in front of goal, has made his side hard to beat in recent weeks.
Jackson, who took over as manager of AFC Wimbledon in May 2022, has seen his team's form improve following a shaky start, with Wimbledon winning three of their five matches in all competitions.
Myles Hippolyte has been The Dons' main goal threat in League One 2026/27, scoring three goals in seven appearances and also being responsible for three of his club's goals in the last five. However, James Tilley has been the creative spark for AFC Wimbledon so far, recording two assists in five appearances.
Cambridge have the edge at home
Cambridge United's home form in League One 2026/2027 (W2, L1) is slightly better, and The U's have also averaged 2.00 goals per game at the Abbey Stadium this term. In contrast, AFC Wimbledon have been leaky on their travels in League One 2026/2027, winning one and losing two of their three matches and conceding seven goals.
With the home advantage and a slightly better record in the league so far, Cambridge United are the clear favourites in this clash at 9/10, but Wimbledon are by no means a bad bet at 59/20 while the draw at 49/20 looks to be a bit of value too. Backing under 2.5 goals at 83/100 is the live alternative option for this one.
The clash of styles between these two sides could see a tight and tactical affair on Saturday, with Cambridge looking to pin Wimbledon back and force turnovers in their own half, while The Dons will look to nab space on the break when The U's push forward. We're going for a home win, but don't be surprised if Wimbledon nick this one.
