Isaak Davies turned in a 92nd-minute winner as Cardiff City broke AFC Wimbledon's resistance to remain second in League One and continue new boss Brian Barry-Murphy's unbeaten start as manager. A game that had often been pleasing enough on the eye but contained little goal threat had seemed to be petering out into a draw.
In time added on at Cherry Red Records Stadium, Chris Willock's cross was only cleared as far as David Turnbull on the edge of the Dons box and his shot was diverted into the net by the leg of Davies. Even then it took an exceptional save by Cardiff goalkeeper Nathan Trott to secure all three points as Antwoine Hackford sent a low shot angling towards the far corner.
A Statement Chance for the Bluebirds
Cardiff came into the game having now won just two of their past 26 away league outings and, although they left it late against Wimbledon, will hope this victory will be a turning point. The two clubs' only previous encounter was a 1-0 win for the Bluebirds in the 2015-16 League Cup first round, so here was a chance to make a statement in the league.