League Two

Johnnie Jackson admits he hit a new high at Wimbledon with defeat of leaders

by
Nick Powell
9 November 2022

AFC Wimbledon boss Johnnie Jackson admitted his side’s 2-0 victory over league leaders Leyton Orient was his favourite as Dons boss.
Ayoub Assal’s fifth goal in his last six matches opened the scoring for Jackson’s side, his 19th-minute effort curling into the back of the net after a deflection.
And it was his shot that led to Dons’ second of the night, the rebound falling to Harry Pell who beautifully struck the ball into the top corner.
Orient had their chances but the Sky Bet League Two leaders were ultimately left frustrated on a fruitless night, with the hosts now unbeaten in six matches ...

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