Barnsley – AFC Wimbledon

Barnsley host AFC Wimbledon in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower half of the table, with the home side languishing in 18th place on seven points after two wins, one draw and three defeats, their goal ratio a modest six for eleven. Wimbledon sit comfortably in seventh, having amassed ten points from three victories, a draw and two losses, and will be keen to improve their modest +‑2 goal difference of five scored and seven conceded. The two teams have not met this season, but the gap in form and ambition is stark, and a win for Barnsley could spark a much‑needed revival, while Wimbledon will look to consolidate their push for a top‑half finish.