Arsenal looks to extend their good run of form by making the EFL Cup last 16 this week when they welcome AFC Wimbledon. The match schedules for Wednesday at the Emirates Stadium, with kickoff at 9:45 pm.
The Gunners sealed their second round of the EFL Cup with a resounding 6-0 win over West Bromwich Albion. On the other hand, Wimbledon overcame Charlton Athletic and Northampton Town to get this far.
Mikel Arteta keeps scrapping off wins in their last two fixtures against Norwich City and Burnley with the same 1-0 scoreline. Martin Odegaard slotted in a beautiful-struck free-kick to give the Gunners important three points to climb seventh on the table.
In addition, it makes it back-to-back wins for Arsenal in top-flight after a horrid start to the league. The last time the Gunners lifted the EFL Cup dates back to 1993. The side only advanced past the quarter-finals once in the past ten seasons.
The last time the Gunners went 3-0 down to Manchester United in the 2017-18 campaign. The side head into the match as favorites after a current pick of good form.
On the other hand, Wimbledon is building a strong start in League One. However, the side comes off a 1-0 loss to Plymouth Argyle. The opponents prove a larger task, but the attack-flowing football for Mark Robinson gives some hope.
Arsenal vs. AFC Wimbledon Head to Head
Both sides are yet to meet against each other, which marks their first encounter in a long time. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Burnley 0-1 Arsenal
- Arsenal 1-0 Norwich City
- Man City 5-0 Arsenal
- West Brom 0-6 West Brom
- Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea
Away
- AFC Wimbledon 0-1 Plymouth Argyle
- Morecambe 3-4 AFC Wimbledon
- AFC Wimbledon 5-3 Portsmouth
- AFC Wimbledon 3-1 Oxford United
- Ipswich Town 2-2 AFC Wimbledon
Arsenal Team News
We expect wholesome changes by Mikel Arteta, with youngsters likely to get a nod. Charles Patino is one favorite who is likely to get some minutes after impressive displays in the U-23’s. We expect a different defensive pairing with Rob Holding and Pablo Mari available.
AFC Wimbledon Team News
Jack Rudoni will have to pass a late fitness test before their trip to Emirates. However, Paul Kalambayi is out with a muscle injury for six weeks.
Prediction and Odds
Even though we expect wholesome changes to the starting lineup, we envisage Arsenal putting up a show.
- Arsenal Win
- Goals Over 2.5
- Lacazette to Score
