Wimbledon face Norwich City in League One opener
AFC Wimbledon begin their League One season at Plough Lane against Norwich City on Wednesday, 23 July 2026. The Dons sit 19th in the table with 53 points from 46 games and a goal difference of -21. Their recent run has seen two wins and three losses in the last five, most recently a 0-4 loss to Huddersfield on 2 May 2026.
Who starts for both sides?
The starting XIs for both sides are expected to be announced an hour before kick-off. Norwich, managed by Dean Smith, will likely field a strong side featuring summer signing Omari Hutchinson on the right wing. Wimbledon, under the guidance of Mark Robinson, could start Ben Mason in midfield after his pre-season cameo against Charlton last week. Both teams have injury concerns-Norwich’s Josh Sargeant and Wimbledon’s Joe Appiah are doubtful.
Where to watch and how to stream
Live coverage of the match is available on Sky Sports Football in the UK, with coverage starting at 7:30 pm. Highlights will air on Sky Sports Football later that evening. For international viewers, the game streams live on DAZN in Spain and on ESPN+ in the US. The fixture is not broadcast free-to-air in the UK.
What’s at stake for the Dons?
A positive start to the season is vital for Wimbledon, who sit 50 points behind league leaders Lincoln City. A win would lift them off the bottom three and ease early pressure on Robinson’s job. Norwich arrive with confidence after a strong pre-season, but the Dons will target a battling performance at home. The last meeting between the sides ended 2-1 to Norwich in January 2026, a game that saw Wimbledon concede two late goals.
Wimbledon’s league standing remains precarious: 19th in League One, 53 pts, 15W-8D-23L from 46 games, recent form LWLLL. They’ve scored 51 and conceded 72 this season, with their next fixture at home to Charlton on 25 July 2026.
