AFC Wimbledon vs Northampton Town predictions, Mar 08, 2026

Mar 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League One, on Sunday,

Wimbledon

Northampton

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As AFC Wimbledon prepares to host Northampton Town on March 8, 2026, both teams are in search of critical points in League One. AFC Wimbledon enters the match with a challenging recent record, managing just one victory in their last five outings, indicating struggles to find consistent form. Conversely, Northampton Town is on an even tougher run, failing to secure a win in their last five games, which could erode their confidence heading into this clash.

In terms of tactical strengths, AFC Wimbledon may look to leverage their home advantage. They will aim to impose their style through strong midfield presence and pressing, hoping to capitalize on any defensive lapses from the visitors. Northampton Town will need to focus on solidifying their defensive line and finding a way to break through Wimbledon’s setup, as they seek to end their winless streak.

The bookmakers’ odds favor the home side slightly at 2.01, reflecting a marginal belief in their ability to secure the win. Our model suggests a 39% probability for an AFC Wimbledon victory, a 23.5% chance for a draw, and a 30.4% chance for an away win for Northampton. While Wimbledon has the edge statistically, this fixture presents an unpredictable dynamic, reminding bettors that outcomes in football can be notoriously difficult to forecast.

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Wimbledon
46.9%		 Draw
28.2%		 Northampton
25%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

Outrights of English League One Northampton: 0.86% AFC Wimbledon: 0.07%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2 3.43 3.79
betsson 1.98 3.35 3.7
MarathonBet 2 3.35 3.72 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2 3.1 3.6
Pinnacle 2 3.3 3.75

Latest Results

28.02.26 Mansfield Town – AFC Wimbledon – 2:2
21.02.26 AFC Wimbledon – Bradford City – 3:1
17.02.26 Cardiff City – AFC Wimbledon – 4:1
14.02.26 Barnsley FC – AFC Wimbledon – 3:3
10.02.26 AFC Wimbledon – Northampton Town – 1:2		 28.02.26 Northampton Town – Peterborough United – 1:1
24.02.26 Northampton Town – Port Vale – 0:1
21.02.26 Northampton Town – Leyton Orient – 1:2
17.02.26 Lincoln City – Northampton Town – 4:0
14.02.26 Exeter City – Northampton Town – 0:0

Facts

  • A mid-table team will face off against the outsider in this match (ranked 14 and 22 in the zone Relegation ~ League Two).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Wimbledon won 1.
  • Recent performances by Wimbledon have been up and down (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Northampton is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Wimbledon may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Wimbledon might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Wimbledon won 3 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 15:26. (average 0.8:1.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Wimbledon won 1 match, drew 3 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 7:14. (average 0.8:1.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    10.02.26 AFC Wimbledon – Northampton Town – 1:2
    19.12.25 Northampton Town – AFC Wimbledon – 3:1
    14.02.23 Northampton Town – AFC Wimbledon – 0:0
    13.09.22 AFC Wimbledon – Northampton Town – 0:2
    24.08.21 Northampton Town – AFC Wimbledon – 0:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Cardiff 34 22 6 6 68:36 32 72
    2 Lincoln 34 21 8 5 63:31 32 71
    3 Bolton 35 16 13 6 50:34 16 61
    4 Bradford City 34 17 7 10 43:38 5 58
    5 Stockport County 34 16 8 10 47:43 4 56
    6 Huddersfield 35 15 7 13 55:46 9 52
    7 Reading 34 13 12 9 50:44 6 51
    8 Stevenage 33 14 9 10 37:35 2 51
    9 Wycombe 34 13 11 10 49:36 13 50
    10 Luton 34 13 8 13 43:41 2 47
    11 Peterborough 35 14 4 17 50:49 1 46
    12 Plymouth 34 14 4 16 49:50 -1 46
    13 Barnsley 31 12 8 11 53:53 0 44
    14 AFC Wimbledon 33 12 7 14 41:48 -7 43
    15 Exeter 33 11 8 14 38:39 -1 41
    16 Mansfield 32 10 10 12 39:37 2 40
    17 Burton 34 10 9 15 38:49 -11 39
    18 Doncaster 33 11 6 16 36:55 -19 39
    19 Wigan 33 9 10 14 35:46 -11 37
    20 Blackpool 34 10 7 17 40:54 -14 37
    21 Leyton Orient 33 10 6 17 44:56 -12 36
    22 Northampton 35 9 8 18 31:47 -16 35
    23 Rotherham 33 9 7 17 33:47 -14 34
    24 Port Vale 32 6 9 17 26:44 -18 27

    English League One Outrights

    1. Cardiff: 1.55 (55.24%)

    2. Lincoln City: 2.53 (33.84%)

    3. Bolton: 58.67 (1.46%)

    4. Port Vale: 100 (0.86%)

    5. Northampton: 100 (0.86%)

    6. Rotherham: 100 (0.86%)

    7. Doncaster Rovers: 100 (0.86%)

    8. Wimbledon FC: 100 (0.86%)

    9. Stockport County: 133.67 (0.64%)

    10. Bradford City: 142 (0.6%)

    11. Huddersfield: 160.2 (0.54%)

    12. Wycombe: 160.2 (0.54%)

    13. Reading: 160.2 (0.54%)

    14. Barnsley: 230.2 (0.37%)

    15. Stevenage: 230.2 (0.37%)

    16. Luton: 230.2 (0.37%)

    17. Plymouth: 280.2 (0.31%)

    18. Peterborough: 380.2 (0.23%)

    19. Mansfield: 880.2 (0.1%)

    20. Leyton Orient: 980.2 (0.09%)

    21. Exeter: 980.2 (0.09%)

    22. Blackpool: 980.2 (0.09%)

    23. Wigan: 980.2 (0.09%)

    24. Burton: 980.2 (0.09%)

    25. Doncaster: 1200.25 (0.07%)

    26. AFC Wimbledon: 1200.25 (0.07%)

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