It is an intense race to secure automatic promotion in League Two and a classic could be on the cards when Stockport County entertain MK Dons. Stockport have been rather erratic lately and may stumble at home to the Dons.
Stockport County are second on the standings in League Two but their recent form has not been up to scratch. They have picked up just one win from their last seven matches and are in need of a swift upturn in form.
David Challinor’s men head into Saturday’s clash off the back of a 1-1 draw at Crawley Town. They opened the scoring midway through the second half through Antoni Sercevic but were pegged back seven minutes from time.
Things are not much better for Stockport County at Edgeley Park as they have picked up just two wins from their last six home matches. However, that win came in their previous fixture in front of their fans as they triumphed 1-0 over Newport County.
MK Dons have been lurking in and around the automatic promotion places and could be poised to pounce. They are just one point off Stockport County and have won three of their last four matches.
Michael Williamson’s men are coming off a 3-1 victory over Crewe Alexandra last time out in League Two. All the goals came in the first half with Matt Dennis netting a brace while Stephen Wearne added the third.
MK Dons have been a bit erratic on their travels but have still claimed some key results away from home. A 2-1 victory at League Two leaders Mansfield Town is among their recent results on the road and will give them confidence heading to Edgeley Park.
How the bookies view it
Stockport County are the bookies favourites with Paddy Power backing them at 5/6 to win while a draw is fixed at 11/4 by 888sport. Bet365 is offering odds of 15/4 for an MK Dons victory.
Recent Head to Head
MK Dons have a 7-4 advantage from 11 previous matches against Stockport County. Although Stockport claimed a 2-1 victory in the reverse fixture back in September, the Dons had won the previous three meetings.
Players to Watch
Isaac Olaofe has been a class apart for Stockport County this year, scoring 18 League Two goals so far. The striker is priced at 7/5 by Paddy Power to score anytime on Thursday.
Matt Dennis has caught the eye for MK Dons in recent weeks, with three goals in the last four matches. The forward is valued at 15/4 by William Hill to maintain his scoring run.
Anything else catch the eye?
Stockport County and MK Dons can easily find their way to goal and both teams could be backed to score at 4/5 with bet365. There were over 3.5 goals in MK Dons’ previous fixture and a repeat is priced at 2/1 with William Hill while over 2.5 goals is valued at 4/5 by bet365.
MK Dons have opened the scoring in five of their last eight matches and could be backed to grab the first goal on Saturday at 15/8 with bet365. Given their form in recent weeks, a double chance for the visitors could also be a safe bet at 11/10 with BoyleSports.
This English League Two match between Stockport County and MK Dons will be played on Mar 23, 2024 and kick off at 17:15. Check below for our tipsters best Stockport County vs MK Dons prediction. You may also visit our dedicated betting previews section for the most up to date previews.
