AFC Wimbledon held to goalless draw at Coventry City
AFC Wimbledon left it late to rescue a point at Coventry City on Tuesday, with the League One side leaving the Ricoh Arena with a clean sheet but no goals of their own. The Dons, sitting 24th in the table with zero points and zero goals scored so far, will now turn their attention to their next fixture against Burton Albion at home on 9 February 2027.
What happened in the match?
The behind-closed-doors friendly at Coventry’s training ground ended 0-0 after 90 minutes, with both sides cancelling each other out. AFC Wimbledon boss Johnnie Jackson will take positives from the clean sheet, though the lack of attacking rhythm will raise eyebrows. The Dons, who have yet to find the net this season, will hope the display sparks improvements ahead of their League One opener.
Why it matters for AFC Wimbledon
With zero goals scored and zero conceded in their opening outing, AFC Wimbledon’s pre-season record offers little comfort. The club sit 24th in League One, level on points with several sides but already adrift at the foot of the table. Jackson’s men face Burton Albion at home on 9 February 2027, a fixture they’ll need to approach with urgency if they’re to avoid an early relegation scrap.
What comes next?
The Dons return to action on 9 February 2027 against Burton Albion, a side currently 19th in the table. With no goals in their first outing, the focus shifts to sharpening the attack before the league campaign resumes. Jackson’s side will need to turn defensive solidity into attacking momentum quickly-otherwise, their 24th-place start could soon look ominous.
