In a heavyweight League Two clash, the favourites for the title will face off despite questionable recent form. MK Dons have struggled uncharacteristically, boasting an exceptional squad for fourth-tier level – adding Championship quality to an already-stacked, Paul Warne outfit.
Chesterfield started brightly, tipped as one of the most free-flowing and attacking sides in the league. Paul Cook’s side will be looking to capitalise on their opponents’ poor form in a six-pointer that could have huge implications on end-of-season standings.
League Two
Our Three Predictions for Chesterfield vs Milton Keynes Dons
- First Prediction: Callum Paterson to score anytime 13/5
- Second Prediction: Over 2.5 goals 4/5
- Third Prediction: Draw No Bet – Milton Keynes Dons 13/10
Betting odds are correct at time of writing via MyriadPlay
First Prediction for Chesterfield vs Milton Keynes Dons – Callum Paterson to score anytime 13/5
Paterson, who signed this summer from Sheffield Wednesday, has been Warne’s clear talismanic attacker in an underperforming front line. The 30-year-old has already netted three goals in the league as well as offering three assists. Having played 186 times over League One and Championship seasons with the Owls, Paterson is an exceptionally-skilled footballer for this level. MK Dons have failed to gel completely, with many high-profile names joining the project this campaign.
Goals against Barrow, Cheltenham Town and Newport County have seen Paterson bag in two away games; he could repeat this fortune in a crucial tie against the Spireites. Chesterfield have been leaking goals, particularly in the EFL Cup’s 7-1 defeat to Crewe Alexandra – despite heavy rotation. The 5-0 victory over Cheltenham proved Dons’ ability to dominate teams at this level, but need to embed a consistency in their attacking play.
Second Prediction for Chesterfield vs Milton Keynes Dons – Over 2.5 goals – 4/5
MK Dons have seen this bet land in just three matches so far this season, but a visit to Chesterfield may warrant an abandonment of defence solidity being the primary focus. The Spireites have been susceptible recently and could be exploited by a strong away lineup. With the attacking options at the disposal of both sides, the two managers and teams need to prove they are the superior threat in League Two this season.
Grimsby Town’s 3-2 victory against MK Dons saw an uncharacteristic performance for the latter. Therefore, this bet landed in Warne’s side’s latest fixture. In five of the last six games across all competitions for Chesterfield, Cook’s side have allowed this bet to land, with a combined total of 24 goals scored prior to a 1-0 defeat to Walsall in the league. The Spireites are unpredictable this season, despite being set such high standards for the campaign. This is a great opportunity for both to prove themselves, which will ultimately lead to a stalemate – given the attacking quality of both teams.
Third Prediction for Chesterfield vs Milton Keynes Dons – Draw No Bet – Milton Keynes Dons 13/10
Given the high likelihood of the two sides cancelling each other out in a draw, this bet covers a MK Dons win while also voiding the selection if a stalemate lands. Warne’s side look the stronger heading into this tie, with Chesterfield’s performances becoming increasingly unconvincing. The 7th-placed side are two points ahead of MK Dons but have a lesser goal difference and have arguably faced the easier teams out of the two.
A 7-1 performance has clearly had a knock-on effect for the Spireites, with an EFL Trophy disaster being followed under by a 1-0 defeat to Walsall. Dons also fell short 1-0 against the Saddlers too. However, they will be looking to dominate Chesterfield, with their ten goals in five previous matches outclassing just six from Cook’s team.
Best Odds for Chesterfield vs Milton Keynes Dons
| Bookmaker | Chesterfield | Draw | Milton Keynes Dons |
| MyriadPlay | 1/1 | 11/5 | 11/5 |
| Gentleman Jim | 11/10 | 23/10 | 11/5 |
| Betarno | 21/20 | 11/5 | 85/40 |
Full Preview of the Game – Last Results and Head-to-Head
The Spireites opened their League Two campaign with an abundance of optimism. Two wins against Barrow and Cheltenham Town saw Cook’s side take all six points on offer. A stumble against bitter rivals, Mansfield Town, in the EFL Cup first round didn’t knock any confidence in the league. Chesterfield bounced back with a 3-1 win over Bristol Rovers, but got taught a lesson the following Tuesday in a 4-1 defeat to Gillingham. 2-1 and 2-2 results against Harrogate Town and Crawley Town were followed up by a 7-1 thrashing in the Vertu Trophy at the hands of Crewe. Cook’s team’s most recent match in the fourth tier saw Chesterfield narrowly lose to Walsall, 1-0.
As for MK Dons, Oldham Athletic held Warne’s side to a dull, 0-0 affair on the opening weekend, before they won 2-0 away at Barrow the following weekend. A knockout of the EFL Cup also occurred for Dons in the first round, with Bristol City handing a 2-0 lesson. The league favourites then flexed their attacking superiority in a 5-0 win over Cheltenham Town, but have only won against Newport since. In between these two results, a 1-1 draw with Crawley offered just one point. Similarly to Chesterfield, MK Dons have lost their last two matches – to Walsall also, and Grimsby.
MK Dons won both head-to-head games last season, with a 2-1 away victory closely following a December decimation in a 3-0 win over Chesterfield. An impressive victory back in 2011, saw Dons thrash the Spireites 6-2 in League One. Both are looking to head back to the third tier this season.
13/09/2025
League Two
League Two
Chesterfield MK Dons 1 1 01/01/2025
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League Two
Chesterfield Milton Keynes Dons 1 2 03/12/2024
League Two
League Two
Milton Keynes Dons Chesterfield 3 0 08/11/2025
League Two
League Two
Chesterfield Accrington 3 3 D 01/11/2025
FA Cup
FA Cup
Stevenage Chesterfield 0 1 W 25/10/2025
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League Two
Tranmere Chesterfield 1 1 D 18/10/2025
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League Two
Chesterfield Fleetwood 1 1 D 11/10/2025
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League Two
Chesterfield Salford 2 0 W 11/11/2025
EFL Trophy
EFL Trophy
MK Dons Swindon 0 4 L 08/11/2025
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League Two
Barnet MK Dons 2 2 D 01/11/2025
FA Cup
FA Cup
Colchester MK Dons 2 3 W 25/10/2025
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League Two
Bromley MK Dons 2 1 L 18/10/2025
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League Two
MK Dons Crewe 3 1 WConfrontation
Last Results - Chesterfield
Last Results - MK Dons
Where to watch Chesterfield vs Milton Keynes Dons
Where can I watch this League Two weekend clash, either on TV or in-person?
- Location: SMH Group Stadium, Chesterfield
- Date: Saturday 13th September 2025
- Channel: Not available in UK/Ireland due to 3pm blackout
Probable Lineups for Chesterfield vs Milton Keynes Dons
What sort of lineups can we expect for this latest fourth tier tie?
Predicted Chesterfield Lineup:
- Lineup: Z. Hemming, L. Gordon, K. McFadzean, C. Dunkley, V. Daley-Campbell, R. Stirk, T. Naylor, A. Dobra, R. Darcy, D. Markanday, W. Grigg
- Manager: Paul Cook
- Injured/Suspended: J. Donacien, L. Butterfield, M. Dibley-Dias, J. Berry (doubt), D. Duffy (doubt)
Predicted Milton Keynes Dons Lineup:
- Lineup: C. MacGillivray, L. Offord, M. Sanders, M. Expiteta, A. Nemane, L. Kelly, K. Wilson, A. Gilbey, R. Hepburn-Murphy, C. Paterson, W. Collar
- Manager: Paul Warne
- Injured/Suspended: J. Tomlinson, J. Mellish (suspended), A. Collins
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