AI has come on leaps and bounds in recent years, so much so that it’s being used in day to day life, at the workplace, and even in professional football to some capacity.

Whilst you have to take most things it says with a pinch of salt, we wanted to test whether it could ask the question on the minds of every Wycombe Wanderers supporter right now – what is our best eleven?

We asked it “Pick Wycombe Wanderers’ best starting XI under Michael Duff in 2025/26. Use the latest players, and base selections off form, and who is currently fit,” and this is what we got back.

Formation: 4-2-3-1

We all know Duff’s preferred formation is the 3-5-2, which has brought a little bit more attacking impetus than Mike Dodds’ 3-4-3, but has failed to patch up the defensive instability thus far.

Therefore, ChatGPT suggests that Duff opts to switch to a 4-2-3-1, which he has used against AFC Wimbledon after going 2-0 down, and saw a much better performance in the second-half.

This will allow for a bit more cover in the middle of the park, and to have that attacking number 10 sit directly behind the striker, which can help connect the midfield to the frontline.

Goalkeeper: Will Norris

The first player in this team may be a surprising one, as the AI thinks Duff should stick with Will Norris in between the sticks, despite a poor performance against Barnsley on Saturday.

The 47-year-old opted to drop usual first-choice Mikki Van Sas in favour of the former League One winner, which proved to be the wrong decision, as his distribution was extremely poor.

However, ChatGPT cites the need for an experienced pair of hands behind the defence, and with Van Sas still adapting to English football, it believes Norris should get the nod.

Right-back: Jack Grimmer

Wanderers have some good options at right-back, with Fin Back and Niall Huggins both joining the club in the last year, and the ever-present Jack Grimmer still going strong.

The skipper has featured in all of Wycombe’s league matches thus far, but has looked shaky playing as a right-sided centre back, so ChatGPT believes he should return to his natural position as a right-back.

The AI said that experience and consistency, coupled with his leadership qualities, make Grimmer an integral part of the Wycombe side.

Centre-back: Dan Casey

Wycombe fans haven’t seen much of Dan Casey yet, but recent performances against Wigan Athletic and Bromley in the Carabao Cup have certainly thrown his name in the hat to make the league squad.

Signed on a free from Motherwell in the summer, Casey has just two league appearances under his belt, having lost his spot after a poor performance against Stockport County, where he was played out of position.

Despite this, ChatGPT thinks that the Irishman is a strong defender, and would perfectly fit the role of Wycombe’s ‘clearance specialist’.

Centre-back: Taylor Allen

There was plenty of excitement when Taylor Allen arrived from Walsall in the summer, as he came off the back of an incredible season at the Midlands club, with 18 goal contributions from centre-back to his name.

However, there seems to be some confusion as to where he fits in the puzzle, having already played left-centre-back, left-back, and even left-wing so far this season.

ChatGPT feels that Allen should partner Casey, which will bring his attacking threat from the defence, but leaves Wycombe susceptible to counter attacks.

Left-back: Dan Harvie

Left-back is a position that there should be no qualms over, as it’s clear that Dan Harvie is the perfect player for that position, having returned from injury over the summer.

The Scot is the perfect modern full-back, with a great engine that helps him get up and down the pitch, providing defensive cover and another attacking outlet.

ChatGPT echoes this sentiment, describing him as ‘experienced, steady, strong going forward and defensively’. 

Holding midfield: Magnus Westergaard

The mystery surrounding record signing Magnus Westergaard has left supporters confused, as the Dane hasn’t featured in a league squad under Duff, leading to speculation regarding the reasoning behind this.

Similar to Casey, Wycombe fans really haven’t seen much of the midfielder since his arrival from Viborg in January, and it’s not really clear where his strongest position is.

However, ChatGPT believes that Westergaard is one of the best choices to play in the six role, as he brings energy and workrate to cover the backline, and help in transition.

Holding midfield: Luke Leahy

Luke Leahy is currently the top assister in League One, with four assists to his name, including the pass that set up Alex Lowry’s stunning late equaliser against Barnsley.

The number 10 has been on the end of some rather unfair flack on social media give his contributions, and it looks like the right partner just needs to be found to help compliment his skillset.

The AI believes Leahy is a no-brainer thanks to his ability to create from deep, and it’s hard not to agree given the fact he leads the way for assists.

Right wing: Fred Onyedinma

Fred Onyedinma has blown very hot and cold in recent weeks, and has struggled for consistency in his peformances. He missed the game against Barnsley on Saturday due to injury, but no details have been given as to how long he could be out for.

The Nigerian is currently Wycombe’s joint-top scorer in the league with two goals, and can be an absolute nightmare to play against when he’s in a rich vein of form.

ChatGPT thinks Onyedinma’s pace, strength, and experience make him the right pick for Duff, giving Wanderers an attacking threat from the wide areas.

Left wing: Alex Lowry

Lowry had been exiled from the league squad over the last few weeks, but was included on the bench for the Barnsley game, where he would grab his opportunity with both hands, scoring an stunning stoppage time equaliser.

The 21-year-old has showed glimpses of quality in his short time at Adams Park, and has just started to add goals to his game, with two stunners in his last three appearances in all competitions.

ChatGPT suggests that his recent contributions are indicative of a man who is giving everything to be on that team sheet, and Duff should reward him by putting him on there.

Attacking midfield: James Tilley

This is where ChatGPT decides to go slightly unorthodox, as winger James Tilley was it’s pick to play in the ten, rather than the likes of Lowry, Jamie Mullins, or Ewan Henderson.

Tilley has struggled for minutes in the league since joining from AFC Wimbledon in the summer, but he did rescue a point with a late header against local rivals Reading back in August.

The AI believes that the former Brighton starlet is the best pick for linking up play between the midfield and attack, and can exploit the spaces that open up in the opposition defence.

Striker: Cauley Woodrow

Cauley Woodrow impressed on his Wycombe debut against Mansfield Town, netting a penalty to secure three points, but has since looked somewhat anonymous when leading the line for the Chairboys.

With the return of Bradley Fink and emergence of Donnell McNeilly, Woodrow certainly has his work cut out to keep his spot in the starting eleven.

However, ChatGPT believes he will, describing him as a strong outlet up front, combining physicality and finishing.

Who misses out?

Wanderers do have an abundance of quality in their depth options, most of which would be expecting to start week-in-week-out at League One level, meaning there are plenty of players set to be disappointed.

But who are those players who could be expecting to start, who will ultimately be disappointed if they miss out?

At the back, expensive defensive duo Anders Hagelskjaer and Connor Taylor miss out, with the likes of Sunderland loan Huggins and young hotshot Back also unable to dislodge Grimmer at right-back.

In the middle of the park, Mullins, George Abbott, Caolan Boyd-Munce, Henderson all don’t make the cut, which is the harsh nature of the competition at Adams Park, as all have made a case for to start.

Then in the attacking department, Junior Quitirna, Fink, McNeilly, and Sam Bell would all be scratching their heads as to how they haven’t made the team, particularly the latter two, who have had a big impact since their arrivals on deadline day.

However, this type of disappointment can be a good thing, as it encourages the players who don’t make the side to work harder and catch the eye, whilst also pushing those who earn the right to start to keep performing, or they could lose their place.