Sunday 26 May 2025 · Kick-off 15:00 BST · Wembley Stadium, London

One game, one promotion ticket. Fourth-placed Walsall and sixth-placed AFC Wimbledon meet beneath the Wembley arch with a place in League One up for grabs. The Saddlers are chasing their first third-tier return since relegation in 2019, capping a remarkable season that saw them miss automatic promotion by two points. Wimbledon, relegated from League One three years ago, have bounced back under Johnnie Jackson and now stand 90 minutes from completing the journey. Wembley finals often hinge on nerves; both clubs bring passionate followings, each dreaming of lifting the play-off trophy on Bank-Holiday Sunday.

Form Tracker & Head-to-Head

	Walsall	AFC Wimbledon
Last 8 (all comps)	W 5 D 2 L 1	W 4 D 3 L 1
Goals F / A	13 / 6	11 / 5
Neutral finals*	2 wins (2015 FLT)	1 win (2016 L2 PO)
2024-25 H2H	1-1 draw (Bescot)	2-0 win (Plough Lane)

*since 2015. Wimbledon edged the season series, but both games were tight and tactical.

Team-News Snapshot

Walsall

OUT: Forward Mo Faal (hamstring).
FIT: Skipper Donervon Daniels returns from concussion protocol.
Doubt: Isaac Hutchinson (ankle knock) 50/50 but travelled.

Probable XI (4-2-3-1) Evans; White, Daniels, Williams, Gordon; Comley, Stirk; Knowles, Hutchinson*, Draper; Matt.
If Hutchinson fails test → Freddie Draper moves to 10, Douglas James-Taylor starts up top.

AFC Wimbledon

OUT: Harry Pell (knee).
FIT AGAIN: Ali Al-Hamadi declared ready after groin strain.
Doubt: Jake Reeves (calf) but expected to start with strapping.

Probable XI (4-4-2) Bass; Biler, Kalambayi, Johnson, Ogundere; Little, Reeves, Lewis, Sal; Al-Hamadi, Bugiel.

Key Tactics & Match-Ups

Saddlers’ high press to pin Wimbledon’s full-backs deep; Comley & Stirk snap at Reeves.
Set-piece shoot-out: Both sides scored 16 league goals from dead balls—Daniels vs Kalambayi aerial battle.
Al-Hamadi’s channels: Dons striker drifts left to isolate White; Walsall must cover with Williams sliding across.
Matt’s holdup play: Veteran target man shields ball, releases Knowles & Hutchinson on second phases.
Tempo control: Wimbledon will slow the game, look for Bugiel knock-downs; Walsall happier in a higher-intensity rhythm.
Bench edge: Walsall impact sub DJ-Taylor’s pace vs Wimbledon’s energetic teenage winger Hussey after 70′.

Latest Odds (90-Minute)*

Result	Best price	Implied %
Walsall	13/10	43
Draw	21/10	32
AFC Wimbledon	12/5	25

Promote market: To lift trophy – Walsall 4/6, Wimbledon 11/10.
Goals: Under 2.5 favoured at 8/11.
Compiled 11:00 BST 24 May (Betway & market average).

Betting Tips & Best Bets

Under 2.5 Goals (8/11) – five of last six L2 play-off finals stayed under.
Walsall to lift trophy (4/6) – marginal xG edge, stronger bench, Wembley experience in 2015 squad remnants.
Ali Al-Hamadi anytime (11/4) – Dons talisman 18 league goals, pace in big pitch suits him.
0-0 at Half-Time (6/4) – cagey openings common in finals.

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Conclusion & Viewing Guide 📺

Wembley finals hinge on fine margins: Walsall’s high-energy front line versus Wimbledon’s robust back four should keep tension high. Expect early caution, set-piece drama and a single moment of quality to settle promotion.

Kick-off: 15:00 BST, Sunday 26 May 2025
Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
Live (UK): Sky Sports Football & Main Event (from 14:00)
Streaming: Sky Go / NOW TV Day Pass
Radio: BBC 5 Live

Best of luck with any wagers—and enjoy League Two’s biggest stage.

Walsall vs AFC Wimbledon Play-Off Final Preview: Form Guide, Odds & Wembley Info