CREWE, England (Interstat) — Milton Keynes Dons opened their League Two campaign with a 3-1 victory over Crewe Alexandra on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Mornflake Stadium.

The visitors took control with two first-half goals from substitutes Curtis Nelson and Marvin Ekpiteta. Alex Gilbey, also a substitute, added a goal and an assist in the second half to secure the win. Crewe’s lone reply came from Adrien Thibaut in the 75th minute.

The result defied a pregame projection from Interstat that favored a draw. Milton Keynes Dons began the season with a win, while Crewe Alexandra started with a loss.