Cheltenham Town suffered a 2-0 loss to MK Dons in their final pre-season friendly. The match took place at Whaddon Road, with both teams giving their all despite the lack of goals in the first half. Nathaniel Mendez-Laing and Aaron Collins scored for MK Dons in the second half, securing the win for the League One side.
What happened?
Cheltenham Town's summer signings started the match, with further additions close to being finalized. The Robins' side will begin the 2026/27 season at home to Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup next Saturday.
Why it matters for Cheltenham
The loss to MK Dons serves as a wake-up call for Cheltenham Town ahead of their League Two campaign. The Robins will need to regroup and refocus to take on the challenges of the new season.
What comes next?
Cheltenham Town's first League Two fixture is at home to Rotherham United a week after the Carabao Cup match. The Robins will look to bounce back from their friendly loss and start the season on a positive note.
Key players and their performances
Jonathan Tomkinson and Charlie McCann completed 90 minutes in all three pre-season friendlies. The duo will be looking to carry their form into the new season.
Next fixture
Cheltenham Town will face Crawley Town at home on 2027-02-20, sitting 19th in the table.
