Barnet can secure a place in the EFL Trophy knockout rounds with a win away to AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday evening. The Bees travel to Plough Lane knowing a victory would guarantee a top-two finish in Group South 6 and a spot in the last 32 of the competition.
Barnet currently lead the group on goal difference after their opening 2-1 win over Arsenal's under-21 side. Leyton Orient sit in second place with two points. A win for Dean Brennan's side would also push Arsenal into second position, affecting the final group standings ahead of the final matchday. The team's full fixtures in this competition are available to view.
The team's confidence is high after an unbeaten start to the League Two season, where they sit second in the standings with 15 points from seven games. Their recent form shows two wins and three draws from their last five outings across all competitions, including a 3-1 victory over Fleetwood Town last time out where Kabongo Tshimanga, Charlie Lakin and Idris Kanu were on the scoresheet. Tshimanga, the club's top scorer this season, will be a key threat. His contributions are detailed in the club's stats centre.
AFC Wimbledon's recent results have been mixed, with three draws, one win and one loss in their last five matches. Their most recent starting lineup featured James Bursik in goal with a back five of Andy Yiadom, Isaac Ogundere, Dan Sweeney, Steve Seddon and Aron Sasu.
Barnet's last starting eleven used a 4-2-3-1 formation against Fleetwood, with Mark Cox in goal behind a defence of Adam Senior, Danny Collinge, Zak Williams and Ryley Crichlow-Noble. The midfield was anchored by Ben Comley and Oran Gallagher, supporting an attacking trio of Kanu, Lakin and Trey Knowles behind striker Tshimanga. The full squad depth will be important for the fixture congestion.
Following this cup tie, Barnet's focus returns to the league with a trip to face Bristol Rovers on Saturday, 10 October.
