Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 Aug 2025

League One Betting Preview: Reading vs AFC Wimbledon

Reading host AFC Wimbledon in this League One match at Select Car Leasing Stadium, with kick-off set for 22:00 on Saturday 16 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Dons to Make Life Tough for Royals

Wimbledon have a strong chance against Reading and we’ll side with the visitors on the Asian Handicap. It’s worth chancing the 1.98 with a +0.25 goal headstart, meaning that our stake is split between 0 and +0.5.

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Both Teams Won Last Time Out

Reading were defeated last time out in League One. Select Car Leasing Stadium saw them beaten at home to Huddersfield Town by a 2-0 scoreline.

On Tuesday night, Reading landed a 2-1 away win against Portsmouth in the EFL Cup.

AFC Wimbledon won their previous League One game which was at home. It was a 2-0 victory against Lincoln City at The Cherry Red Records Stadium.

In their previous showing, Wimbledon triumphed on penalties (1-1 after 90 mins) when visiting Gillingham in the EFL Cup.

League One		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
11	Wimbledon	8	4	0	4	10	10	0	10:10	12
21	Reading	7	1	2	4	7	12	-5	7:12	5

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Confirmed Lineups

Reading confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Joel Pereira (GK), Ashqar Ahmed, Michael Stickland, Finley Burns, Matty Jacob, Liam Fraser, Lewis Wing, Charlie Savage, Daniel Kyerewaa, Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan, Andre Garcia.

Wimbledon confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Nathan Bishop (GK), Isaac Ogundere, Joe Lewis, Ryan Johnson, Nathan Asiimwe, Jake Reeves, Alistair Smith, Steve Seddon, Antwoine Hackford, Mathew Stevens, Marcus Browne.

Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Prediction & Betting Tips

Discover the top Reading vs AFC Wimbledon betting angles — from our trusted match prediction and likely score to the best prop plays and a customized bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’re siding with Wimbledon at 1.98 in this League One match with a +0.25 goal advantage. It’s expected that they will have an edge and we can therefore feel bullish of a return with this wager.

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Key Reading vs AFC Wimbledon league stats:

• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Reading in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Reading in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Reading in 12 of their last 20 games.

Wimbledon +0.25 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 50.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Reading 0 - 1 Wimbledon

Wimbledon can be backed to win 1-0 when it comes to the correct score. We’ll go for the 8.50 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.

Player Prop Picks

Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Giving Reading Plenty of Respect

The latest Reading odds are 2.00 which leads to them being favourites in this League One clash. It’s also implied by the bookmakers that they have a 50% prospect of securing a victory. Wimbledon are the 3.60 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

For those wanting to reduce their risk, Reading are 1.46 on the Draw No Bet market. This means a refund if the game ends level, with Wimbledon being priced up at 2.50 with the same money back guarantee.

If you’re anticipating that two goals or less will be netted throughout the contest, then Under 2.5 Goals is a definite runner. If you’re anticipating that one team or more will draw a blank, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market is chalked up at 1.71.

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Mathew Stevens Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

Mathew Stevens can be backed to find the net anytime at 3.70. There is the chance to back the market leader to score the first goal at 6.75.

Reading vs AFC Wimbledon Lineups & Team News

Don’t bet on Reading vs Wimbledon without reviewing the latest team news. Expect the predicted and confirmed League One lineups along with timely injury updates.

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