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Milton Keynes Dons vs Wrexham

Stadium mk, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire20 February 2024 at 19:45

Match Events

Milton Keynes Dons
Wrexham
Kick Off
22′
J. McClean

assist: L. Young

D. Kemp

assist: J. Tomlinson

26′
Half Time
48′William Boyle
Dean Lewington60′
62′Eoghan O'Connell
63′
L. BoltonR. Barnett
63′
J. MendyE. Lee
D. KempK. Lofthouse
64′
64′
J. MarriottP. Mullin
S. WearneM. Dennis
65′
71′
S. DalbyO. Palmer
77′William Boyle
77′William Boyle
J. PayneM. Williams
79′
Daniel Harvie83′
C. NormanE. Harrison
89′
Warren O'Hora90+8′
Alex Gilbey90+5′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal8
11Total Shots18
3Blocked Shots5
5Shots insidebox14
6Shots outsidebox4
5Fouls12
5Corner Kicks6
1Offsides0
56%Ball Possession44%
3Yellow Cards3
1Red Cards1
4Goalkeeper Saves4
563Total passes415
458Passes accurate321
81%Passes %77%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Milton Keynes Dons is 6.99, compared to 6.83 for Wrexham. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Milton Keynes Dons's highest-rated starter is A. Gilbey (7.09), while Wrexham's best-rated player is A. Okonkwo (6.92).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Milton Keynes Dons have contributed 12 goals and 4 assists this season, led by A. Gilbey (12G). Wrexham's starters account for 3 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by M. Cleworth (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Milton Keynes Dons deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Wrexham's 5-man backline averaging 6.80. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Milton Keynes Dons field 4 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Wrexham's 3 rated 6.79. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Milton Keynes Dons start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.09, compared to 2 for Wrexham averaging 6.90. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 71% for Milton Keynes Dons and 77% for Wrexham. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Milton Keynes Dons's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for Wrexham. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Milton Keynes Dons's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: J. Tomlinson (25), oldest: A. Gilbey (31)), while Wrexham average 28.9 (youngest: M. Cleworth (23), oldest: J. McClean (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Milton Keynes Dons's starters average 33 league appearances each, versus 17 for Wrexham. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Milton Keynes Dons3-4-2-15-3-2Wrexham
GKDEFMIDFWD
32Kelly3Lewingt.5O'Hora21Harvie2Norman11Payne50Bate14Tomlins.27Kemp8Gilbey24Wearne33Okonkwo17Bolton32Cleworth15O'Conne.25Boyle19Mendy8Young20Cannon23McClean18Dalby11Marriott

Substitutes

Coach: M. Williamson

Substitutes

Coach: P. Parkinson

Milton Keynes DonsPosition StrengthWrexham
6.99
Avg Rating
6.83
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.92
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (3 v 5)6.80
0G 0A3G 4A
6.89Midfielder (4 v 3)6.79
0G 0A0G 2A
7.09Forward (3 v 2)6.90
12G 4A0G 0A
Milton Keynes Dons3-4-2-1
32GoalkeeperM. Kelly
3DefenderD. Lewington
5DefenderW. O'Hora
21DefenderD. Harvie
2MidfielderC. Norman
11MidfielderJ. Payne
50MidfielderL. Bate
14MidfielderJ. Tomlinson6.9
27ForwardD. Kemp
8ForwardA. Gilbey7.112G4A
24ForwardS. Wearne
Wrexham5-3-2
33GoalkeeperA. Okonkwo6.9
17DefenderL. Bolton
32DefenderM. Cleworth6.93G4A
15DefenderE. O'Connell6.6
25DefenderW. Boyle
19DefenderJ. Mendy6.9
8MidfielderL. Young
20MidfielderA. Cannon
23MidfielderJ. McClean6.82A
18ForwardS. Dalby
11ForwardJ. Marriott6.9

Match Summary

Milton Keynes Dons and Wrexham drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by J. McClean 22′, D. Kemp 26′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Milton Keynes Dons had 56% possession while Wrexham held 44%. Milton Keynes Dons had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 18 (5 on target) for Wrexham. Milton Keynes Dons made 4 substitutions, Wrexham made 4.

Rivalry since 2023

Milton Keynes Dons vs Wrexham Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
Milton Keynes Dons
1
wins
Drawn
0
Wrexham
0
wins
Total goals
8 · 8.0/match
Both scored
1/1 · 100%
Over 2.5
1/1 · 100%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 35 v 2023All 1 meetings

Recent Form

Milton Keynes Dons

DWWWDD

Wrexham

DLWWLL

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Milton Keynes Dons dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Milton Keynes Dons4wins
1draws6 meetings
Wrexham1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.7

Average goals per game

67%

Games with 3+ goals

83%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (42%) — the odds may underestimate Milton Keynes Dons.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 43.9%Draw 28.3%Away 33.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.203.502.88
Max2.333.603.06
Over 2.5: 55.6%Under 2.5: 50.0%
Market favourite:Milton Keynes Dons · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market41.5%26.9%31.6%
Public market41.3%27.1%31.6%

Milton Keynes Dons vs Wrexham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Milton Keynes Dons (44%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Milton Keynes DonsHalf-time:11Wrexham
11Shots18
5Shots on target5

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
20/02/24Milton Keynes Dons1–1Wrexham2.28/3.53/2.98
05/08/23Wrexham3–5Milton Keynes Dons1.64/3.81/5.06
19/01/08Wrexham1–0Milton Keynes Dons4.96/3.51/1.61
17/03/07Milton Keynes Dons2–1Wrexham1.59/3.52/4.95
14/10/06Wrexham1–2Milton Keynes Dons2.44/3.18/2.58
08/04/08Milton Keynes Dons4–1Wrexham1.34/4.28/7.59

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Milton Keynes Dons

W 138D 62L 76
Over 2.553
Goals scored450

Away Record: Wrexham

W 64D 46L 74
Over 2.547
Goals scored231

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026