Burton Albion vs AFC Wimbledon: Predictions, Team News, and Lineups Preview

The Pirelli Stadium will host Burton Albion against AFC Wimbledon on Saturday afternoon. Both teams need points as the League One season reaches a critical stage.

League positions and context

Burton sit 19th in the table. They are two points clear of the relegation zone. Wimbledon occupy 16th and hold a four-point cushion above the bottom four.

Recent form

Burton have won twice in their last nine league outings. They earned a 1-1 draw with Barnsley and a 0-0 draw with Mansfield in their two most recent matches.

Scoring has been an issue for Burton. The side has managed one goal across their last three fixtures. Jake Beesley is their only player with double-figure goals this season. He has one goal in his last 12 league appearances.

Wimbledon have gone six matches without a win. They were beaten 3-0 by Luton in midweek and suffered multiple injuries in that game.

The Dons have not beaten Burton in their past ten meetings. Their last victory over Burton came in 2014, a 3-0 result.

Manager comments

Burton boss Gary Bowyer noted positives in the recent performances. He also stressed the need for more composure and better finishing in the final third.

Wimbledon manager Johnnie Jackson described the situation as very poor after the Luton defeat. He said the trip to Burton is hugely important for his side.

Injuries and team news

Burton emerged from their last match without fresh injury concerns. They are expected to keep a similar XI. Beesley should lead the attack with Tyrese Shade alongside him.

Wimbledon face a significant injury list. Patrick Bauer, Joe Lewis and Omar Bugiel are ruled out after the Luton match. Ryan Johnson, James Tilley, Marcus Brown, Myles Hippolyte and Matty Stevens are also sidelined.

Sam Hutchinson and Nathan Asiimwe are likely to fill defensive gaps. Aaron Sasu could come into attack to cover for Bugiel.

Probable lineups

Burton Albion (possible)

• Collins
• Godwin-Malife, Moon, Hartridge
• Lofthouse, Williams, Webster, Chauke, Armer
• Beesley, Shade

AFC Wimbledon (possible)

• Bishop
• Ogundere, Asiimwe, Hutchinson, Seddon, Nkeng
• Maycock, Smith, Reeves, Hackford, Sasu

Prediction

Form and injuries suggest a low-scoring contest. For Burton Albion vs AFC Wimbledon — predictions, team news and lineups preview point towards a stalemate.

We forecast a 0-0 draw at the Pirelli Stadium on Saturday.

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