Oxford United edge Stoke City in a thrilling encounter
Oxford, Oxfordshire – Oxford United secured a crucial home win over Stoke City in a thrilling match that ended 1-0. The only goal of the game came in the 48th minute when I. El Mizouni capitalized on a pass from R. Rodrigues to put the home side in front.
Despite Stoke City’s attempts to push forward in the closing stages of the game, Oxford United held firm in defense and managed to maintain their lead until the final whistle.
The match was characterized by a number of substitutions on both sides, with Oxford United making three changes and Stoke City making five. Despite the difference in the number of changes, the final result reflected Oxford United’s superiority on the pitch.
Match statistics:
* Oxford United: 56% possession, 14 shots (8 on target, 2 off target), 4 corners, 5 fouls, 0 yellow cards, 0 red cards
* Stoke City: 44% possession, 9 shots (1 on target, 3 off target), 6 corners, 6 fouls, 1 yellow card, 0 red cards
Match details:
* Date: September 14, 2024
* City: Oxford, Oxfordshire
* Stadium: The Kassam Stadium
* Referee: Dean Whitestone, England
* League: Championship
* Season: 2024
* Round: Regular Season – 5
* Country: England
Substitutions stoke city: at minute 33 A. Moran came in and L. Gooch went out., at minute 58 L. Koumas came in and S. Sidibe went out., at minute 74 N. Ennis came in and W. Burger went out., at minute 74 J. Thompson came in and J. Bae went out., at minute 74 E. Tezgel came in and T. Cannon went out.
Substitutions oxford united: at minute 45 R. Rodrigues came in and C. Brannagan went out., at minute 75 W. Vaulks came in and J. McEachran went out., at minute 82 M. Ebiowei came in and S. Dembele went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Oxford United
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