Countdown to kick-off: late betting and team news for Saturday's 3pm EFL games

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AFC Wimbledon
2pts 8-5 bet365, Betfred
Rotherham United
2pts 8-5Betfred

Southend United v AFC Wimbledon

Finland striker Marcus Forss has been AFC Wimbledon's star player this season and his decision to turn down an international call-up should benefit the Wombles in their relegation six-pointer at Roots Hall.

While the visitors are close to full strength, Southend look weak in midfield without key man Mark Milligan, who is away with the Australian national team.

Blackpool v Rotherham United

Rotherham have had a slow start to the season but they will have gained a lot of confidence from last Saturday's 4-0 success at home to Coventry and can follow it up by beating Blackpool at Bloomfield Road.

The fixture comes at the wrong time for Blackpool, who are without injured attacker Sullay Kaikai and exciting midfielder Jordan Thompson, who has been called up by Northern Ireland.

Pacy striker Nathan Delfouneso is back from injury for Blackpool, but is only fit enough for a place on the bench.

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