AFC Wimbledon Promotion: Hippolyte Seals League One Return
- Myles Hippolyte's second-half goal propelled AFC Wimbledon to League One, securing a 1-0 victory over Walsall in the League Two Play-Off Final.
- AFC Wimbledon's promotion, orchestrated by Johnnie Jackson, places them alongside Doncaster Rovers, Port Vale, and Bradford City in the next League One season.
- The match saw a clash between Walsall's potent attack and AFC Wimbledon's solid defense, resulting in a tightly contested game.
Myles hippolyte’s stunning goal has fired AFC Wimbledon to League One, marking their triumphant return after a three-season absence! The Dons secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Walsall in the League Two Play-Off Final, orchestrated by manager Johnnie Jackson, proving their mettle with a season defined by a rock-solid defense. This victory sets the stage for an exciting league One season, with AFC Wimbledon joining the ranks of Doncaster Rovers, Port Vale, and Bradford City. News Directory 3 is following all the developments. What challenges and triumphs await AFC Wimbledon as they gear up for the upcoming season, with the schedule release set for June 26?
Hippolyte Fires AFC Wimbledon to League One Promotion
Updated May 26, 2025
Myles Hippolyte‘s second-half goal propelled AFC Wimbledon to League One, securing a 1-0 victory over Walsall in the League Two Play-Off Final. The crucial goal came in the first-half injury time, marking the end of a three-season absence from League One for the Dons.
AFC Wimbledon’s promotion, orchestrated by Johnnie Jackson, places them alongside Doncaster Rovers, Port Vale, and Bradford City in the next League One season. the victory highlighted AFC Wimbledon’s resilient defense, which conceded just 35 goals during the season.
The match saw a clash between Walsall’s potent attack and AFC Wimbledon’s solid defense, resulting in a tightly contested game. Hippolyte’s initial attempt in the 22nd minute signaled AFC Wimbledon’s growing pressure, followed by Alistair Smith’s shot shortly after.
Walsall’s defense held firm until hippolyte’s decisive strike. Despite Walsall’s increased intensity in the second half,AFC wimbledon maintained their lead,with goalkeeper Owen goodman making a critical save in the 64th minute.
“I’m delighted. It’s been a tough season. We’re just a great team. We’re a hard team to beat. We run, fight, everything for each other,” Hippolyte said after the match.
The league One and League Two seasons are set to commence on the weekend of August 1-3, following the release of the 2025-26 fixture list on June 26.
what’s next
AFC Wimbledon will prepare for their return to league One, with the season starting in August. The team will learn their schedule when the fixtures are released in late June.