Match Report
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Match Report
Snow falls gently from the overcast sky here at Kassam Stadium where Oxford United play host to Cambridge United. A crowd of 2,538 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Oxford United are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Cambridge United appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Paul Lee.
The pitch is in good condition.
Oxford United are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Cambridge United appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Paul Lee.
0.00
0-0Cambridge United start the game by kicking off the first half!
4.58
0-0Andy Tiler threads a neat ball through to Alexander Cole. Alexander Cole sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but Ralph Wainwright reads it well. Good keeping!
9.48
0-0Max Gerrard threads a neat ball through to Ralph Neville. Ralph Neville shoots from long range. It's miles wide!
14.24
0-0Gavin Howey kicks a strong pass forward to Greg Robson. Greg Robson knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
15.20
Eoin Mowbray makes a probing pass to Alexander Cole. Alexander Cole knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
16.58
Danny Waters flicks a high pass forward to Damien Croft who brings the ball under control. Damien Croft passes the ball forward to Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
20.22
Andy Tiler flicks a high ball forward to Ralph Neville who takes it down. Ralph Neville shoots from outside the area but it's a lousy effort!
21.42
Stephen Jackson kicks a strong pass forward to Gavin Howey. Gavin Howey controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Glynn Armstrong.
26.28
Gavin Howey comes back to take the throw-in. Mick Froggatt sees space and advances. Mick Froggatt lofts in a cross ball towards Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton directs the ball goalwards with his head but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
27.44
Billy Fletcher makes a probing pass to Frank Gilchrist. Frank Gilchrist controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Greg Robson. Greg Robson shoots from outside the area. The ball comes in low, but Bill Beckham comfortably smothers it!
28.37
Stephen Jackson sees a break and surges forward. Stephen Jackson makes a probing pass to Greg Robson. Greg Robson knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by James Sturridge.
32.28
Danny Waters boots it upfield. Jonathan Shilton knocks in a cross ball towards Greg Robson. Greg Robson powers a header at goal but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
33.26
Andy Tiler knocks the ball to his team mate, Alexander Cole. Alexander Cole shoots from 25 yards but it is shockingly off target!
34.56
Gavin Howey knocks the ball to his team mate, Greg Robson. Greg Robson makes a probing pass between the defence to Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but it goes wide for a goal kick.
39.14
0-0Jamie Joachim deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Andy Tiler. Andy Tiler makes an attacking run forward. Andy Tiler whips in a cross ball towards Alexander Cole. Billy Fletcher hacks Alexander Cole from behind! Penalty not given!!
42.31
Andy Tiler plays the ball forward to Ralph Neville. Ralph Neville knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Billy Fletcher.
45.00
Richard Simonsen makes a simple pass to Damien Croft. Damien Croft chips the ball to his team mate, Greg Robson. Greg Robson knocks in a cross ball towards Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton makes a looping header on goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Oxford United appear unchanged since the first half. Cambridge United also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
The whistle blows and Oxford United get the second half underway!
47.27
Seeing a gap ahead, Gavin Howey plays the ball forward to Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but he balloons it over the crossbar!
48.49
Max Gerrard threads a neat ball through to Ralph Neville. Ralph Neville shoots from 25 yards but connects badly and the ball goes wide!
49.56
Jamie Joachim plays the ball forward to Max Gerrard. With great vision, Max Gerrard plays the ball forward to Brian Hulme. Brian Hulme knocks in a cross ball towards Alexander Cole. Alexander Cole rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
54.38
0-0Jonathan Shilton comes in with a late challenge on Glynn Armstrong. The referee warns Jonathan Shilton to calm down! Glynn Armstrong hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
55.36
Richard Simonsen kicks a strong pass forward to Gavin Howey. Gavin Howey flicks a high pass forward. Jonathan Shilton collects the pass. Jonathan Shilton whips in a cross ball towards Greg Robson. Greg Robson knocks the ball goalwards with his head but it's well over the bar!
57.39
Andy Tiler hits a low pass to Brian Hulme. Brian Hulme finds some space and shoots from distance. Ralph Wainwright gathers the ball up comfortably. Good save!
61.41
Andy Tiler makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Ralph Neville. Ralph Neville knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
72.34
Max Gerrard threads a neat ball through to Ralph Neville. Ralph Neville knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
73.54
Glynn Armstrong flicks the ball to his team mate, Andy Tiler. With a delightful solo run, Andy Tiler stretches the opposition's defence. Andy Tiler edges inside the box! Andy Tiler makes some space for himself and shoots at goal but it rises well off target!
78.28
Max Gerrard knocks the ball forward to Alexander Cole. Alexander Cole shoots from distance but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
79.53
Richard Simonsen threads a neat ball through to Damien Croft. Without breaking stride, Damien Croft plays the ball forward to Greg Robson. Greg Robson knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
84.13
Max Gerrard threads the ball through to Brian Hulme. Brian Hulme finds some space and shoots from distance. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
0
0
Shots on Target
1
2
Shots off Target
6
8
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
1
0
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
54.2%
45.8%
Play Area
31.2%
45.8%
22.9%
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Andy Tiler of Cambridge United |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Ralph Wainwright (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Stephen Jackson (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Richard Simonsen (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Danny Waters (DEF) | 8 | |
| 5. | Billy Fletcher (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Frank Gilchrist (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Damien Croft (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Gavin Howey (MID) | 8 | |
| 9. | Mick Froggatt (MID) | 7 | |
| 10. | Jonathan Shilton (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Greg Robson (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Anthony Summerbell (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Damien Hurst (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Steve Weaver (MID) | 0 | |
| 1. | Bill Beckham (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Tim Chivu (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Glynn Armstrong (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | James Sturridge (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Jamie Joachim (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Andy Tiler (MID) | 9 | |
| 7. | Eoin Mowbray (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Max Gerrard (MID) | 8 | |
| 9. | Ralph Neville (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Brian Hulme (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Alexander Cole (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Henry Hughes (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Marvin Sheringham (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Duncan Kirkland (MID) | 0 | |