AFC Wimbledon vs Northampton Town predictions, Mar 08, 2026

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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
	2	3.43	3.79
	1.98	3.35	3.7
	2	3.35	3.72	Watch and Bet
	2	3.1	3.6
	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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