Cambridge United aim to extend their ten-game unbeaten run when they host Plymouth Argyle in a key League One fixture this Saturday. The U's sit fourth in the league table on 20 points, just one point and one place above their visitors, in a match that could reshape the early promotion picture. Their record of five wins and a draw from 11 games leaves them just two points behind leaders Stockport County.

In the league, this sequence includes three wins and two draws from their last five games, a run that has seen them remain unbeaten in their last five. Their most recent outing was a 2-2 draw with Wycombe Wanderers, where late goals from Shayne Lavery and an own goal salvaged a point. That result followed a 2-1 win at Barnsley, where Lavery also scored a late winner. They have scored in every single league match this campaign, netting 18 goals in total, but have conceded 14, keeping just one clean sheet. Goalkeeper Will Mannion has been a consistent presence, starting every league game.

Plymouth's away struggles

Plymouth arrive having lost their last two away games, 3-0 at Stevenage and 2-0 at Huddersfield Town. They have won three of their six matches on the road this season but have also conceded 10 goals in those games. Their top scorer is Aribim Pepple, who has four goals, while Morgan Whittaker remains a key creative threat.

Team news and selection

Cambridge will be without injured captain Dominic Ball, who is sidelined with a hamstring problem. The latest injury list confirms his absence. Academy graduate George Hoddle had a limited impact in a recent midweek EFL Trophy game, adding to midfield considerations. The likely back three consists of Kell Watts, Cathal Heffernan and Zak Bradshaw, with Patrick Bauer and Sam Curtis providing cover. Watts has scored twice this season, both from corners. Forward Gassan Ahadme is expected to lead the line, having netted five league goals so far.

Cambridge United have not beaten Plymouth in the league since a 1-0 victory in April 2023; last season's corresponding fixture ended in a 2-0 win for Argyle. The next fixture is a key home test against a direct rival, with kick-off at the Abbey Stadium set for 3pm on Saturday, 24 October.