English
Oxford United and Middlesbrough Draw in Thrilling Encounter at Kassam Stadium
Oxford, England – In a hard-fought match at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford United and Middlesbrough battled to a draw in a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Championship match, corresponding to matchday 16, ended with a score of 1-1, reflecting the constant struggle on the pitch.
Oxford United, playing at home, opened the scoring in the 28th minute with a goal by L. Harris, assisted by J. Currie. However, despite having only 30% of the ball possession, the “U’s” remained firm in defense, although they committed 16 fouls, receiving 3 yellow cards (L. Harris in the 15th minute, B. De Keersmaecker in the 40th minute and M. Harris in the 83rd minute).
Middlesbrough, with overwhelming ball dominance (70% possession), constantly sought the equalizer. Their efforts were rewarded in the 54th minute when M. Whittaker, assisted by C. Brittain, managed to beat the home goalkeeper. The “Boro” generated a total of 19 shots, although only 3 were on target. They also committed 12 fouls and received two yellow cards (A. Browne in the 34th minute and M. K. Sene in the 87th minute).
Referee Ben Toner had a busy night, handing out cards and controlling a physical and contested match. Despite the difference in possession and shots, Oxford United managed to hold the draw, demonstrating defensive solidity and taking advantage of their opportunities.
Substitutions oxford united: at minute 42 C. Brannagan came in and W. Vaulks went out., at minute 63 L. Harris came in and M. Harris went out., at minute 63 T. Goodrham came in and F. Krastev went out., at minute 63 P. Placheta came in and S. Mills went out., at minute 76 W. Lankshear came in and O. ter Haar Romeny went out.
Substitutions middlesbrough: at minute 46 M. Targett came in and S. Silvera went out., at minute 62 A. Morris came in and R. McGree went out., at minute 62 D. Burgzorg came in and M. K. Sene went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Oxford United
Middlesbrough
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