Wigan vs MK Dons Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 Sep 2026
Wigan vs MK Dons Predictions
There could be some merit in betting Under 2.5 when it comes to the Total Goals market. Wigan and MK Dons might play out a low-scoring contest and we’re happy to take the odds of -132.
Scroll down to view our Wigan vs MK Dons betting preview, where we break down our main match prediction in full, followed by our correct score prediction, player prop picks and bet builder tips.
Wigan vs MK Dons Preview
Wigan host MK Dons at The Brick Community Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Wednesday 2 September.
Wigan Athletic lost away in their last game, making it three consecutive losses. AFC Wimbledon won 1-0 at The Cherry Red Records Stadium.
Milton Keynes Dons drew 0-0 in their previous game. This was at home against Leicester City at Stadium MK.
Teams Drew 1-1 in Previous H2H Clash
When the teams last went head-to-head, we saw Wigan draw 1-1 away to MK Dons at Stadium MK. There have been two MK Dons victories, one Wigan win and one draw in the past 4 H2H meetings.
| League One | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | MK Dons |
3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 24 | Wigan |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -4 | 2:6 | 0 |
Main Match Prediction
There’s a definite case for selecting Under 2.5 when it comes to this League One showdown. The sides could be set to contest an encounter with few goals and we’re looking to snap up the price of -132.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
Our football experts study the form, while injuries and suspensions can also affect the potential outcome. Before coming up with a verdict, we combine this data with the latest League One stats.
The odds at the best football bookies suggest our pick has a 56.8% chance of winning. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.
There’s the chance to bet on the Result & Total Goals market if you’re looking for larger odds. With this wager, you are able to combine Under 2.5 with the team you think will win.
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Correct Score Prediction
Wigan can be backed to win 1-0 when it comes to the correct score. We’ll go for the +540 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.
Player Prop Picks
Dara Costelloe (Wigan) can be backed at +230 to be among the goals. We’ll happily take the odds that he is able to score at least one goal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Bet Builder Tips
Try out our bet builder picks which include Under 2.5 goals, Wigan on the Asian Handicap at -0.25 accompanied by Dara Costelloe (Wigan) to find the net at any time.
The bet builder route is a great one for football fans requiring a tailored same-game multi on a match. It’s a great bet to have if you’re confident of certain outcomes, especially as the price for each selection is combined.
Wigan vs MK Dons Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The latest Full-Time Result betting odds are available for this League One encounter and you can get +148 that Wigan Athletic win and +170 that Milton Keynes Dons triumph. Those wanting to back the draw can get +220.
Wigan are available at odds of +108 on the Asian Handicap -0.25. With this bet, you need them to simply beat MK Dons to win, although a draw would see half your stake returned.
Under 2.5 Goals is currently the betting favourite and a bet on this option would mean you need no more than two goals to be scored. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -141.
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There is +215 available that Akeel Higgins finds the net anytime. If you’re interested in the favourite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure +500.
Stats: League matches only
Wigan have recorded six victories, three defeats and one draw in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 0.70.
MK Dons have swerved defeat on their travels in the previous four matches. The Dons have managed five victories, four draws and one loss in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 2.00 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
MK Dons beat Wigan 2-1 when the teams last met at The Brick Community Stadium.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wigan Home Stats |
6-1-3 | 1.80 | 1.10 | 0.70 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | |
MK Dons Away Stats |
5-4-1 | 3.10 | 2.00 | 1.10 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 2 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Wigan League Stats
MK Dons League Stats
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 1 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
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Wigan this season are Akeel Higgins (1), Sonny Perkins (1)
- Top Assistors for Wigan this season are Dara Costelloe (1)
Wigan vs MK Dons Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Wigan vs MK Dons team news before placing your bets. Get the latest predicted and confirmed League One lineups and injury news right here.
Previous Wigan Lineups
Previous MK Dons Lineups
Wigan Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Gary Caldwell
MK Dons Player Stats & Squad
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blackpool | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:2 | 7 |
| 2 | Huddersfield | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 3 | Stockport | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9:4 | 6 |
| 4 | Sheffield Wed | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9:4 | 6 |
| 5 | Mansfield | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:5 | 6 |
| 6 | Bradford | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 6 |
| 7 | Notts County | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:4 | 5 |
| 8 | Oxford | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 9 | Barnsley | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 10 | Cambridge | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:5 | 4 |
| 11 | Burton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:4 | 4 |
| 12 | Plymouth | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:4 | 4 |
| 13 | Luton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8:10 | 4 |
| 14 | Wimbledon | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1:3 | 4 |
| 15 | Bromley | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:8 | 4 |
| 16 | MK Dons | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 17 | Leyton Orient | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:5 | 3 |
| 18 | Peterborough | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:7 | 3 |
| 19 | Stevenage | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4:5 | 2 |
| 20 | Doncaster | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 21 | Leicester | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2:3 | 2 |
| 22 | Wycombe | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:7 | 2 |
| 23 | Reading | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3:4 | 1 |
| 24 | Wigan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:6 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mansfield | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7:3 | 6 |
| 2 | Blackpool | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5:1 | 4 |
| 3 | Notts County | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Wimbledon | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:0 | 4 |
| 5 | Sheffield Wed | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7:3 | 3 |
| 6 | Stockport | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6:3 | 3 |
| 7 | Huddersfield | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
| 8 | Bradford | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 9 | Peterborough | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 10 | Cambridge | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4:4 | 3 |
| 11 | Plymouth | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 12 | MK Dons | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1:1 | 2 |
| 13 | Oxford | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
| 14 | Luton | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
| 15 | Burton | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 16 | Bromley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 17 | Wycombe | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 18 | Doncaster | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 19 | Stevenage | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3:4 | 1 |
| 20 | Reading | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | 0 |
| 21 | Leicester | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 22 | Barnsley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 23 | Wigan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
| 24 | Leyton Orient | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:5 | 0 |
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