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On January 31, 2026, AFC Wimbledon hosts Bolton in League One at The Cherry Red Records Stadium. Bolton’s recent form and head-to-head dominance set the scene for a probable Bolton win, with goals likely to feature prominently. This prediction prioritizes value and data-driven insights for bettors.
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| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |
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29 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 37 | 27 | 10 | 49 | W W D W L |
| 17 |
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26 | 9 | 5 | 12 | 28 | 35 | -7 | 32 | D L L W L |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 26 | 9 | 5 | 12 |
| Home | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Away | 14 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 19% | 38% | 42% |
| Home | 33% | 17% | 50% |
| Away | 7% | 57% | 36% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 13 | 10 | 6 |
| Home | 15 | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Away | 14 | 3 | 6 | 5 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 31% | 45% | 24% |
| Home | 40% | 40% | 20% |
| Away | 21% | 50% | 29% |
AFC Wimbledon vs Bolton takes place at The Cherry Red Records Stadium, with Bolton showing a strong recent form, including commanding wins, while AFC Wimbledon struggles with consistency and defensive leaks. Bolton’s recent away record highlights their ability to secure wins, which aligns with recent head-to-head trends. Injuries are minimal, supporting both squads’ lineups.
AFC Wimbledon’s squad remains intact, featuring key attackers Omar Bugiel and J. Tilley, who have contributed significantly to scoring. Bolton’s squad is healthy, with K. Dempsey and S. Sharples-Ahmed expected to contribute offensively; their disciplined midfield can dominate possession in key phases.
If AFC Wimbledon scores first, Bolton's recent dominant performances suggest they may recover quickly, but early goals tend to set the tone for Bolton’s recent home performances. If the match is level at halftime, Bolton’s proven ability to secure strong second-half results could tip the balance. Late-game patterns show Bolton often scores in the final third, making late goals a possible scenario.
Considering Bolton’s formation flexibility and strong second-half performances, expect them to maintain high tempo and pressing. Set pieces might be a key factor as Bolton shows efficiency from corners and free-kicks. AFC Wimbledon’s narrower defensive shape could invite space for Bolton’s attacking midfielder K. Dempsey to exploit. Discipline will be crucial, as Bolton averages fewer yellow cards at home.
See below all the main information for this match.
Yes, Bolton is projected to win or draw, with a probability favoring Bolton’s recent form and head-to-head success.
The most likely scoreline is Bolton winning with over 2.5 goals, based on historical scoring patterns and recent form.
Bolton’s strong away record suggests they will be competitive, especially if they find early goals.