Halloween weekend brings a intriguing League One clash as Wycombe Wanderers host Burton Albion at Adams Park. Wycombe, with a W1 D0 L1 record this season, will be looking to improve on their recent mixed form. Their defence has been a concern, conceding four goals in two outings, something manager Gareth Ainsworth will undoubtedly be addressing.
Conversely, Burton Albion arrive in formidable shape. Their three wins and one loss in four matches, coupled with an astonishing 14 goals scored and just two conceded, highlight their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. They've won three of their last four, establishing themselves as early season contenders. Despite Burton's superior form, historical head-to-heads suggest a tighter affair, with Wycombe enjoying success in previous encounters, including a dominant 3-0 victory last season. The bookmakers also anticipate a close contest, giving Wycombe a 45% chance of victory, mirroring the draw probability, and only a 10% chance for the Brewers. This fixture promises goals and a battle for midfield supremacy, with Burton's clinical finishing squaring off against Wycombe's home advantage and historical resilience.
23. C. Hazard, 2. J. Grimmer, 26. C. Taylor, 45. A. Hagelskjaer, 3. D. Harvie, 4. J. Scowen, 8. C. Boyd-Munce, 44. F. Onyedinma, 21. J. Mullins, 12. C. Woodrow, 15. J. Wareham
34. C. Addai, 6. T. Sibbick, 16. C. Tilt, 20. J. Sraha, 17. R. Borges Rodrigues, 14. W. Collar, 4. K. Chauke, 24. H. Araujo, 18. C. Vickers, 8. C. Webster, 10. M. O'Mahony
Match events
12' Card Yellow Card — Daniel Harvie (Wycombe)
21' Goal Normal Goal — Jayden Wareham (Wycombe)
23' Card Yellow Card — Malik Mothersille (Wycombe)