Fulham vs AFC Wimbledon Predictions, Picks & Odds – 27/08/2026

Carabao Cup · 2nd Round

27 Aug 2026 Craven Cottage Louis Hecq

Fulham vs AFC Wimbledon – Best bets of the match

Bookmaker	1	X	2	Bonus info
BetVictor	1.15	6.50	13.00	View odds

Our prediction

1: Fulham to win

1.15 on BetVictor · Confidence High

Odds recorded on 26 Aug 2026 at 03:17 · Odds are subject to change

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Fulham begin life under new manager Alvaro Arbeloa with a mixed start, having lost their Premier League opener 3-2 to Chelsea before picking up a win in their previous outing. Record signing Gonzalo Garcia marked his debut with a goal against Chelsea, offering early encouragement. The quick turnaround from Monday's defeat means Arbeloa is expected to make sweeping changes to his squad for this Carabao Cup second-round fixture at Craven Cottage.

AFC Wimbledon arrive in west London still searching for their first outright victory of the season. Johnnie Jackson's side have drawn three and lost one of their opening four competitive fixtures, reaching this round only via a penalty shootout against Newport County after a 1-1 draw. The League One outfit will carry underdog spirit into this historic first competitive meeting between the two clubs, though their lack of winning form represents a significant concern heading into such a demanding tie.

The home win at 1.15 is the cornerstone of our selection. Fulham's quality advantage over League One opposition is substantial, and even with sweeping squad rotation expected from Arbeloa, the Cottagers should field a side capable of dispatching AFC Wimbledon comfortably. The Dons have yet to win a match outright this season, drawing three and losing one across all competitions.

We also favour over 2.5 goals at N/A. Fulham's Premier League defeat to Chelsea produced five goals, suggesting attacking intent remains a priority under the new regime. A rotated but motivated home side, eager to build momentum at Craven Cottage, should create enough chances against a lower-league defence to clear that threshold.

Both teams to score at N/A offers additional value. Wimbledon showed resilience in their first-round penalty shootout victory over Newport County, and Fulham's defensive frailties were exposed against Chelsea. Arbeloa's likely rotation could introduce unfamiliar combinations at the back, giving Johnnie Jackson's side a genuine opportunity to find the net, even if the final result goes firmly in the hosts' favour.

Odds correct at time of publication.