Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 26 Aug 2025

EFL Cup Betting Preview: Reading vs AFC Wimbledon

League One clubs Reading and AFC Wimbledon meet in this EFL Cup second round match at Select Car Leasing Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:00 on Tuesday 26 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Dons to Cover the Line?

Wimbledon +0.25 at -114 on the Asian Handicap could be the bet to have. We’re expecting them to avoid defeat against Reading, with our stake divided equally between 0 and +0.5 in the hope the away team can land a win.

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Wimbledon Overcame Reading in Previous Clash

Reading played out a 2-2 League One draw in their last game. This was away from home at Adams Park against Wycombe Wanderers.

AFC Wimbledon won their previous game, beating Barnsley at home. It was a 2-0 League One victory at The Cherry Red Records Stadium.

In their previous EFL Cup matches, Reading triumphed 2-1 when travelling to Portsmouth, while Wimbledon visited Gillingham and won on penalties (1-1 after 90 mins).

Head-to-Head Statistics

Wimbledon overcame Reading away when the sides last clashed. It was a 2-1 League One win at Select Car Leasing Stadium.

Confirmed Lineups

Reading confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jack Stevens (GK), Kelvin Abrefa, Michael Stickland, John Ryan, Jeriel Dorsett, Liam Fraser, Kamari Doyle, Tivonge Rushesha, Paddy Lane, Jeremiah Okine-Peters, Andre Garcia.

Wimbledon confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Joe McDonnell (GK), Patrick Bauer, Riley Harbottle, Isaac Ogundere, Junior Nkeng, Callum Maycock, Jake Reeves, Aron Sasu, Antwoine Hackford, Danilo Orsi, Omar Bugiel.

Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Prediction & Betting Tips

Join us as we dissect the top Reading vs AFC Wimbledon betting picks — from the main match prediction and scoreline forecast to standout player props and a value-focused bet builder.

Match Prediction

Wimbledon +0.25 at -114 have the look of a value bet on the Asian Handicap. We give them a good chance of landing a victory in this EFL Cup clash and it’s therefore a pick we’ll back with confidence.

The team at Sportsgambler.com are right across the latest EFL Cup injury news and the form guide also informs our football predictions. This data is combined with the latest stats.

Key Reading vs AFC Wimbledon EFL Cup & league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Wimbledon in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Wimbledon in 6 of their last 9 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Wimbledon in 2 consecutive games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Reading in 4 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Reading in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Reading in 12 of their last 20 games.

Wimbledon +0.25 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 53.2% likelihood of our pick winning. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Reading 0 - 1 Wimbledon

We’re betting on Wimbledon to secure a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +700 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Marcus Browne to Score +330

Marcus Browne (Wimbledon) has managed two goals in his past five matches on the road. We think this is the pick of the player props, with a generous +330 available when it comes to backing him to score at any time.

Latest Marcus Browne Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+320

First

+750

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Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Giving Reading Plenty of Respect

Reading are the +123 favourites on the 1x2 betting. That implies a 45% chance of triumphing in this EFL Cup encounter according to the latest odds. Wimbledon are seen as the most unlikely winner at +235.

Should you want to back Reading to win but want money back if the game ends level, then there is -182 available on the Draw No Bet market. Opponents Wimbledon have been chalked up at +128.

A low-scoring contest will be predicted by several which is reflected in the fact that Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. If you believe this suggests that there will be a one-sided or low-scoring affair, then BTTS No could be a great pick at -128.

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Full-Time Result

1

+123

X

+225

2

+235

Half-Time Result

1

+188

X

+105

2

+280

Double Chance

1X

-357

12

-333

X2

-172

Draw No Bet

1

-182

2

+128

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-114

2 Hcp +0.25

-114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-164

Over 2.5

+125

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-105

No

-128

Mathew Stevens Favourite to Find the Net First

Those interested in favourite Mathew Stevens to find the net first can get +575, while the Anytime Goalscorer angle could hold more appeal and this is +230.

Mathew Stevens (Wimbledon)

First

+230

Anytime

+575

Marcus Browne (Wimbledon)

First

+320

Anytime

+750

Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan (Reading)

First

+330

Anytime

+750

Danilo Orsi (Wimbledon)

First

+370

Anytime

+800

Mamadi Camara (Reading)

First

+380

Anytime

+950

Josh Kelly (Wimbledon)

First

+475

Anytime

+1150

Tivonge Rushesha (Reading)

First

+540

Anytime

+1300

Lewis Wing (Reading)

First

+550

Anytime

+1300

Alistair Smith (Wimbledon)

First

+600

Anytime

+1400

Myles Hippolyte (Wimbledon)

First

+600

Anytime

+1400

Michael Stickland (Reading)

First

+650

Anytime

+1600

Ashqar Ahmed (Reading)

First

+650

Anytime

+1600

Charlie Savage (Reading)

First

+700

Anytime

+1700

Kevin Abrefa (Reading)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Nathan Asiimwe (Wimbledon)

First

+750

Anytime

+1800

Jeriel Dorsett (Reading)

First

+800

Anytime

+1900

Latest EFL Cup and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Reading Stats

Wimbledon Stats

Full-Time Result

• 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 3 wins and 2 defeats in the previous 5 matches
• 1 win and 1 defeat in the previous 2 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 5 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 2 away matches
• An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 5 matches
• An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 2 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 5 matches
• BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 2 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 5 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 2 away matches

Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Lineups & Team News

Don’t miss the latest Reading vs Wimbledon team news before you bet. Stay in the know with our predicted and confirmed EFL Cup lineups and the latest on injuries.