AFC Wimbledon will test themselves against Championship opposition when they host Norwich City in their penultimate pre-season friendly on Wednesday night. The Dons, currently sitting 24th in League One with 0 points, have shown promising form in their summer friendlies, winning two and losing one of their three matches so far. ## What's at stake for AFC Wimbledon? This match represents a key opportunity for Johnnie Jackson's side to measure their progress against higher-level opposition. With summer signings Dan Sweeney and James Tilley likely to feature, the Dons will be looking to build momentum ahead of their League One opener against Huddersfield on August 15. The club has been active in the transfer market, bringing in four new faces to bolster their squad for the upcoming campaign. ## Norwich's Championship ambitions Norwich City, who finished ninth in the Championship last season, will be using this friendly to fine-tune their preparations for the new campaign. Philippe Clement's side have made three signings this summer, including Andre Brooks, who impressed in their last friendly against St Gallen. The Canaries will be looking to push for a playoff spot in the 2026-27 season. ## Team news and predictions AFC Wimbledon will be without striker Matty Stevens, who suffered an injury in their last friendly against Sutton United. Youngsters Delano McCoy-Splatt and Kai Jennings could feature prominently, while Antwoine Hackford may lead the line. Norwich are expected to field a strong side, with new signing Brooks likely to start. The Dons will then face Charlton Athletic, Wealdstone and Queens Park Rangers in their final three friendlies before opening their League One campaign against Newport County in the EFL Cup on August 8. Their next league fixture is an away trip to Mansfield Town on January 19, 2027, with the Stags currently sitting 15th in the table.