Match report

AFC Wimbledon 0–0 Bolton: Stalemate in League One

AFC Wimbledon
AFC Wimbledon
0–0
FT
Bolton
Bolton
Mar 7, 2020

AFC Wimbledon held off Bolton in a tightly contested League One match at the Kingsmeadow, resulting in a goalless draw. Both teams demonstrated defensive resilience, with AFC Wimbledon's solid backline and Bolton's disciplined approach preventing any breakthrough. The game featured key moments with substitutions and chances, but neither side could capitalize on their opportunities.

Key Facts

  • Final Score: AFC Wimbledon 0–0 Bolton
  • Competition: League One
  • Jason Lowe substituted for J. Emmanuel at Bolton (48')
  • K. Appiah substituted for A. Roscrow at AFC Wimbledon (66')
  • A. Crawford substituted for R. Darcy at Bolton (68')

Lineups

AFC Wimbledon

Formation: 3-5-2

Starting XI

  • 21 J. Day
  • 7 S. Wagstaff (M)
  • 2 L. O'Neill (D)
  • 6 T. Thomas (D)
  • 26 M. Sørensen (D)
  • 18 N. Guinness-Walker (M)
  • 33 C. Reilly (M)
  • 8 A. Hartigan (M)
  • 9 K. Appiah (F)
  • 39 J. Pigott (F)
  • 19 S. McLoughlin (M)

Substitutes

  • 10 A. Roscrow
  • 12 J. Rudoni
  • 23 M. Sanders
  • 1 N. Trott
  • 4 R. McDonald
  • 17 J. Lamy
  • 11 M. Pinnock

Bolton

Formation: 4-4-1-1

Starting XI

  • 20 R. Matthews (G)
  • 28 A. Nsiala (D)
  • 6 R. Delaney (D)
  • 12 B. Fleming (D)
  • 8 L. Murphy (M)
  • 11 A. Crawford (F)
  • 4 J. Lowe (D)
  • 18 E. Hamilton (M)
  • 22 D. Politic (M)
  • 9 D. Murphy (F)
  • 23 J. Dodoo (M)

Substitutes

  • 2 J. Emmanuel
  • 27 R. Darcy
  • 16 A. Georgiou
  • 3 J. Bunney
  • 43 M. Alexander
  • 21 H. Brockbank
  • 19 M. Faal

Timeline

  1. Bolton
    48' Bolton subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Jason Lowe · On: J. Emmanuel
  2. AFC Wimbledon
    66' AFC Wimbledon subst · Substitution 1
    Off: K. Appiah · On: A. Roscrow
  3. Bolton
    68' Bolton subst · Substitution 2
    Off: A. Crawford · On: R. Darcy
  4. AFC Wimbledon
    73' AFC Wimbledon subst · Substitution 2
    Off: C. Reilly · On: J. Rudoni
  5. Bolton
    76' Bolton subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Daryl Murphy · On: A. Georgiou

Match Stats

Stat AFC Wimbledon Bolton
Fouls 11 6
Pass Accuracy 55% 57%
Offsides 3 3
Red Cards
Total Shots 15 10
Corners 12 5
Total Passes 308 357
Yellow Cards
Blocked Shots 6 5
Shots on Target 1 0
Shots off Target 8 5
Possession 48% 52%
Accurate Passes 169 202
Shots Inside Box 10 6
Saves 0 1
Shots Outside Box 5 4

Key Match Notes

  • Bolton's substitution of Jason Lowe for J. Emmanuel at the 48th minute marked a tactical shift, aiming to strengthen their attack.
  • AFC Wimbledon introduced K. Appiah at the 66th minute to boost their midfield control and defensive stability, maintaining the deadlock.