Wycombe Wanderers will host MK Dons in the Emirates FA Cup second round. The draw was confirmed on Monday, setting up a tie at Adams Park over the weekend of Saturday 5 December.

The fixture revives a recent League One rivalry, with the two sides having met just two months ago in a thrilling 3-3 draw. That September encounter saw goals from Dan Casey, Ewan Henderson, Marvin Ekpiteta, Aaron Collins, and Jayden Wareham. Historically, MK Dons hold a slight edge, with nine wins to Wycombe's six from 20 previous meetings.

Wycombe go into the cup clash in strong form, sitting 13th in League One on 18 points from a record of four wins, six draws and three defeats. Their recent fixtures show an unbeaten run of five games, with three wins and two draws, which forms part of a longer sequence of three wins and two draws from their last five league matches. They are currently on a two-game winning run following a 2-0 victory at Accrington Stanley last Saturday, with goals from Connor Taylor and Daniel Harvie, and a 2-0 home win over Burton Albion the previous weekend. They have scored 21 goals this season while conceding 23. They secured their place in the second round with a 2-1 victory over Swindon Town, while MK Dons progressed with a 2-0 win at Accrington Stanley.

Prize and progression

The financial and sporting stakes are clear. The winner of the tie will receive £79,500 and a coveted place in the third round, where Premier League and Championship clubs enter the competition. The losing club will collect £21,200.

Wycombe's current momentum, which includes a 2-0 win at Accrington last Saturday, provides a confident backdrop. Key contributors like top scorer Jayden Wareham, who has six goals in nine appearances this season, will be looking to make an impact. The club must first focus on a tough league assignment this Saturday, hosting leaders Huddersfield Town, a side they trail by 11 points in the table, before turning their full attention to the cup.

Exact kick-off times and broadcast details for the FA Cup match will be announced by the club in the coming days. The tie promises a competitive encounter as both mid-table sides seek a cup run to brighten their seasons.

More detail at mkdons.com