Luton ran out 3-0 winners at AFC Wimbledon on Easter Monday after turning in a brilliant performance.
The Hatters led through Kasey Palmer’s first half goal, while Ali Al-Hamadi and Jake Richards were both on target in the second period and to find out how the Town players rated on the afternoon, see below.
1. Josh Keeley: 7.5
Had one of the quietest afternoons he has experienced this season, especially after the shenanigans that happened with the dubious penalty decision and ensuing save a few days earlier. Looked like he might come under some kind of pressure in the first period when Dons had the odd moment of attacking intent, thankful that Bugiel's snapshot from range flashed just past the posts, as he wasn’t getting anywhere near it. After a few scares early in the second half, the Dons then failed to threaten from then on, despite the odd corner, unable to send a single shot his way all day. Out to claim a late cross as he finally got the long-awaited clean sheet he had been craving recently. Photo: David Horn
2. Hakeem Odoffin: 8
Shifted out to the right of the back three to accommodate Andersen’s return, but was still able to produce another commanding display, as it’s no surprise the Hatters have been harder to score against since his return to full fitness. Able to bring the ball down on occasion and drive forward, with AFC Wimbledon's threat upfront fairly meek compared to what he been used to in recent weeks, but was still no-nonsense when he needed to be. Might have been on target himself in the first half, meeting Walsh's corner with a towering header that struck the crossbar, while after the interval, it was a fairly comfortable exercise once Luton had their second, as the Dons' spirit was broken. Photo: David Horn
3. Mads Andersen: 8
Returned to the starting XI after missing the last five games through a foot injury, as he was one of two changes, replacing Lonwijk and taking up his preferred role in the middle of the back three. Looked like he hadn’t been away, negating the aerial balls forward that the Dons tried to begin attacks with, as his physical approach was mostly deemed fair by referee Brook. After the break, it was more about keeping switched on as the Hatters were in cruise control following their second goal. Used the ball efficiently too, which allowed Town to attack down either flank, something they did with real aplomb. Photo: David Horn
4. Kal Naismith: 8
Like the rest of Luton's back-line, the skipper was solid all afternoon, able to shut down any threats that came down his side, with some good tackles, not losing a single duel all game. Didn't hang on to the ball for too long either, always looking forward, which allowed Town's attacking players plenty of time to do their thing. Made sure his team-mates got back on it following a slight dip after grabbing their second goal, as they hunted a third rather than sit on their lead. Played a key role in that too, doing well to win a high ball and then move infield to find Richards who played in Al-Hamadi. With the points in the bag, oozed confidence as the Hatters knocked the ball around with a swagger. Photo: David Horn