Fleetwood Town held to 1-1 draw at Milton Keynes Dons

Fleetwood Town’s five-game unbeaten streak came to an end on May 2, 2026, after a 1-1 draw at Milton Keynes Dons. The result left the Cod Army 15th in League Two with 61 points from 46 games and a goal difference of -1.

What happened in the final minutes?

The visitors grabbed an early lead through Jordan McGuffie, who finished coolly after a quick counter in the 12th minute. Milton Keynes Dons equalised through Sam Nombe in the 78th, slotting home after a scramble in the box. The late strike ended Fleetwood’s unbeaten run of five games without a win or loss.

Why the draw matters for Fleetwood Town

The point leaves Fleetwood 26 points behind league leaders Bromley. With just 57 goals scored and 58 conceded, the Cod Army sit on the edge of the play-off picture but need sharper finishes. Their recent form reads DDDWL, and the draw at MK Dons extends their winless streak on the road this season.

What comes next for the Cod Army?

Fleetwood now turn their focus to the next league fixture, aiming to tighten up at the back and add more goals up front. The squad sits 15th, six points clear of the relegation zone, but the gap to the top six remains sizeable. Manager Lee Johnson will look to steady the ship before the run-in begins in earnest.

League standing: 15th in League Two, 61 pts, 15W-16D-15L from 46 games, recent form DDDWL. Goals this season: 57 scored, 58 conceded (-1 goal difference). Title race: 26 points behind leaders Bromley. Last result: Fleetwood Town 1-1 Milton Keynes Dons (2026-05-02). Recent form (last 5): 0W-5D-0L (DDDDD, most recent first); unbeaten in the last 5.