Match preview: MK Dons (a)

12/03/2024 02:45 AM

The Spireites' focus returns to the league after a tough afternoon in Devon resulted in a 2-0 defeat against Exeter City and a relatively early end to the 2024/25 FA Cup journey. As well as the loss, there were several more injuries to further deplete the squad. Paul Cook is likely to be without key figures for the clash at Stadium MK. Head-to-head The Spireites have not suffered a loss against MK Dons for over a decade. The defeat came in a 1-0 reverse away from home during the 2014/15 season against a side featuring the likes of Benik Afobe and Dele Alli, with Will Grigg on the bench. Later that year in the FA Cup, the second round tie between the sides had to be replayed after Georg Margreitter was fielded ineligibly in a 1-0 away win. The Spireites returned to Buckinghamshire four weeks later to replay the tie, matching the scoreline to progress to the third round with a 1-0 win thanks to a goal from Gary Roberts. Paul Cook has a strong record against MK Dons, losing only once and remaining unbeaten in the following seven games. His most emphatic victory was a 5-1 win whilst manager […]