Bristol City will welcome Milton Keynes Dons for the first round of the EFL Cup on August 12 at the Ashton Gate Stadium.
The Robins started the new EFL Championship season with a comfortable 4-1 away win over Sheffield United and moved to the top of the table.
Meanwhile, their Tuesday opponent, the Dons, also secured a 2-0 victory on the road against Barrow A.F.C. They claimed their first victory in the EFL League Two.
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Bristol City vs MK Dons: Comfortable win and high-scoring clash
Key statistics
- Across their last six clashes, a total of 2.5 goals have been scored.
- Bristol City are unbeaten at home against MK Dons in their last six games.
- Both teams have scored in their last six meetings at Bristol.
Correct score prediction: Bristol City 3-1 MK Dons
Gerhard Struber’s men have been a dominant force at home when playing against the Dons. In their last seven meetings, the Robins have come out winners in four of their home games and have not suffered any defeat against them.
Their last meeting ended in a 3-1 win for Bristol City during a club friendly game in 2021. Struber’s team are currently performing well ahead of the new season and have won three of their last four friendly games.
This tie swings in favour of the Robins and the possibility of a 3-1 scoreline is very much achievable based on their good form. On the other hand, Paul Warne’s side have had a difficult pre-season and played a draw in their first opening game of the season.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Bookmakers favour Bristol City
- Home: 8/13 (1.62) – 61.9%
- Draw: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
- Away: 18/5 (4.60) – 21.7%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
The Robins are the clear favourite to win this match, with the lowest odds (1.62) and highest implied win probability (61.9%). This reflects the bookmakers’ confidence in Struber’s team’s superior form, squad strength and possible home advantage compared to MK Dons.
Head-to-head: Unbeaten home record for Bristol City
Bristol City have dominated their recent head-to-head record against the Dons, remaining unbeaten in their last six meetings, with four wins and two draws.
In these meetings, both teams have also scored in all six matches and each game has produced at least three goals. Struber’s side have also scored at least two goals in their last six clashes against Warne’s men.
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Bristol City preview: Injury crisis hits Struber’s side
Struber’s side are currently battling with a lot of injuries heading into the game. They have had injury setbacks, with Cameron Pring (ankle) expected back by mid-October and Joe Williams (ankle) sidelined until late August.
Luke McNally is out with a cruciate ligament injury until late October, Max Bird is recovering from a calf injury and due back in early September and Max O'Leary is also nursing an ankle injury with a return expected by mid-September.
Predicted lineup: Vitek (GK), Atkinson, Hirakawa, Knight, McCrorie, Mehmeti, Randell, Riis, Tanner, Twine, Vyner
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Sheff Utd
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Bristol City
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Sheff Utd
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Bristol City
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Preston
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Bristol City
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Leeds
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Bristol City
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Luton
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Bristol City
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MK Dons preview: Full squad availability
Warne’s men head into the clash without any injury troubles, with all players currently available for selection. They will look to maintain their momentum and build on their first win of the season.
Predicted lineup: MacGillivray (GK), Jones, Offord, Sanders, Tomlinson, Thompson-Sommers, Gilbey, Kelly, Mendez-Laing, Hepburn-Murphy, Paterson
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Swindon
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Grimsby
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Crewe
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Milton Keynes Dons
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Newport County
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Gillingham
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Player to watch: Scott Twine
Scott Twine is an important player for Bristol and one to look out for in their upcoming game against MK Dons. The forward opened his account with two goals and an assist in the opening game of the season.
His significant attacking contributions and key attributes are important skill sets he possesses, making him a central figure in their attack and a constant threat to opposition defences.
