AFC Wimbledon vs Newport County predictions, Aug 08, 2026

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As AFC Wimbledon prepares to host Newport County in the English League Cup on August 8, 2026, both teams will be keen to capitalize on recent form. AFC Wimbledon has shown resilience recently, managing to secure victories in 2 of their last 4 matches. This trend will provide them with a boost heading into the match, particularly given the home advantage at their stadium.

On the other hand, Newport County has struggled to find consistent form, with only 1 win in their last 3 outings. Their recent performances may leave them vulnerable, especially against a Wimbledon side that is expected to be determined and energetic on home soil.

Tactically, AFC Wimbledon tends to employ a pressing style that can overwhelm opponents, which could be a key factor against Newport’s sometimes stagnant defensive setup. Conversely, Newport will need to improve their ability to transition quickly from defense to attack if they hope to unsettle the Wimbledon backline and find success.

With bookmakers placing AFC Wimbledon as favorites at odds of 1.65, the match promises to be closely contested. Nevertheless, with the nature of cup competitions, surprises and upsets are common, making this an intriguing clash without guaranteed outcomes.

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Wimbledon 56.4%

Draw 23.3%

Newport 20.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.68	4.00	4.75
	1.67	4.11	4.39
	1.57	4.00	4.50
	1.66	4.00	4.65	Watch and Bet
	1.67	4.11	4.38
	1.70	4.00	4.90

Latest Results

01.08.26 AFC Wimbledon – Queens Park Rangers – 2:3 28.07.26 Wealdstone – AFC Wimbledon – 1:0 25.07.26 AFC Wimbledon – Charlton Athletic – 2:0 22.07.26 AFC Wimbledon – Norwich City – 0:0 18.07.26 Sutton United – AFC Wimbledon – 1:2

28.07.26 Newport County – Reading – 0:4 11.07.26 Gloucester City – Newport County – 2:1 08.07.26 Newport City FC – Newport County – 0:5 02.05.26 Barrow – Newport County – 1:2 25.04.26 Newport County – Oldham Athletic – 3:2

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Wimbledon won 1.

Wimbledon has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Newport may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Wimbledon is seen as the favorite.

In the last 13 head-to-head matches, Wimbledon won 4 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 18:20. (average 1.4:1.5).

Including home matches between the teams, Wimbledon won 2 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 8:7. (average 1.3:1.2).

Latest Head To Head

02.01.25 Newport County – AFC Wimbledon – 1:2 03.12.24 AFC Wimbledon – Newport County – 2:2 16.03.24 AFC Wimbledon – Newport County – 0:2 02.09.23 Newport County – AFC Wimbledon – 2:2 14.03.23 Newport County – AFC Wimbledon – 1:1

Standings

Draw

Preliminary

Final

1	York City	Crawley
2	Tranmere	Rochdale	2 : 3

English League Cup Outrights

1. Arsenal: 5.44 (12.35%)

2. Manchester City: 6.24 (10.77%)

3. Liverpool: 7.6 (8.84%)

4. Manchester United: 8.28 (8.12%)

5. Chelsea: 9.96 (6.75%)

6. Tottenham: 13.4 (5.02%)

7. Aston Villa: 15 (4.48%)

8. Newcastle: 19 (3.54%)

9. Newcastle Utd: 20.6 (3.26%)

10. Brighton: 27.6 (2.43%)

11. Everton: 32.4 (2.07%)

12. Brentford: 34 (1.98%)

13. Bournemouth: 34 (1.98%)

14. Nottingham: 39.6 (1.7%)

15. Leeds: 39.6 (1.7%)

16. Fulham: 41 (1.64%)

17. Crystal Palace: 41 (1.64%)

18. Sunderland: 62.2 (1.08%)

19. Ipswich: 77.4 (0.87%)

20. Coventry: 77.4 (0.87%)

21. West Ham: 93.4 (0.72%)

22. Wolves: 96.2 (0.7%)

23. Shrewsbury: 100 (0.67%)

24. Rotherham: 100 (0.67%)

25. Stockport County: 100 (0.67%)

26. Wigan: 100 (0.67%)

27. Oxford Utd: 100 (0.67%)

28. Hull City: 100.2 (0.67%)

29. Middlesbrough: 110.2 (0.61%)

30. Norwich: 110.2 (0.61%)

31. Birmingham: 110.2 (0.61%)

32. Burnley: 110.2 (0.61%)

33. Wrexham: 110.2 (0.61%)

34. Southampton: 110.2 (0.61%)

35. Sheffield Utd: 110.2 (0.61%)

36. Bristol City: 120.2 (0.56%)

37. Millwall: 120.2 (0.56%)

38. West Brom: 120.2 (0.56%)

39. Stoke City: 120.2 (0.56%)

40. Swansea: 120.2 (0.56%)

41. Portsmouth: 120.2 (0.56%)

42. QPR: 120.2 (0.56%)

43. Preston: 120.2 (0.56%)

44. Derby: 120.2 (0.56%)

45. Watford: 120.2 (0.56%)

46. Lincoln City: 130.2 (0.52%)

47. Leicester: 130.2 (0.52%)

48. Charlton: 130.2 (0.52%)

49. Blackburn: 130.2 (0.52%)

50. Cardiff: 130.2 (0.52%)

51. Bolton: 130.2 (0.52%)

52. Sheffield Wed: 130.2 (0.52%)

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