Stevenage prepare for a League One home match against Milton Keynes Dons this Saturday, aiming to build on the momentum from a convincing 3-0 victory over Plymouth. The fixture at Broadhall Way kicks off at 3pm on 24 October as part of the regular season's 13th round.
Their recent form has been strong, with four wins in their last five outings. The comprehensive win over Plymouth last Tuesday saw goals from Michael Mellon, Josh Magennis and Phoenix Patterson, with Magennis now the club's top scorer this season with three goals. The team has shown resilience, coming from behind to win in two of those recent victories, and has kept three clean sheets in their last five matches.
Opposition overview
Milton Keynes Dons arrive in 20th place and have struggled for consistency, losing their last two matches. They were beaten 2-0 by Blackpool last time out, a result that followed a 2-1 win over Luton. Their defensive record on the road will be tested against a Stevenage attack that has scored 15 league goals. MK Dons have conceded 18 goals so far this season, one of the higher totals in the division, and have won just once away from home.
Team news
Both teams have confirmed their starting line-ups for the match. Stevenage are expected to field a similar side to the one that beat Plymouth, likely in a 4-4-1-1 shape. That lineup featured T. Setford in goal, with a back four of L. James-Wildin, T. Vancooten, C. Piergianni and S. Earley. The midfield quartet of M. Mellon, L. Thompson, D. Phillips and B. Broggio supported forwards D. Kemp and J. Magennis. Midfielder Jake Forster-Caskey has returned to full training but is not expected to start, while defender Dan Sweeney remains a long-term absentee.
MK Dons last used a 3-1-4-2 formation, with W. Dennis in goal behind a defensive trio of M. Ekpiteta, C. Goode and J. Sanders. Their midfield included R. Wintle, S. Silvera, I. Fullah, A. Gilbey and Elijah Xavier Campbell, supporting strikers S. Nombe and A. Collins. They have no new injury concerns, with midfielder Jack Payne available again after serving a one-match suspension.
Stevenage's immediate fixtures after this match include a trip to Barnsley next Tuesday. They will look to continue their winning streak when they host Milton Keynes Dons on Saturday 24 October 2026. A victory could see Stevenage move into the playoff positions depending on other results, while MK Dons are seeking points to move clear of the relegation zone.
