Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(19) 12 Goals 15 (19)
(16) 11 Assists 6 (15)
(6.5) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.5)
26.7 Average Age 22.5
182.5 Average Height (cm) 183
(0.7) 0.9 Shots pg 1 (0.8)
(52%) 54% Aerial Duel Success 42% (44%)
(0.5) 0.4 Dribbles pg 0.4 (0.5)
(1.3) 1.1 Tackles pg 1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.

Missing Players

Oxford
Stoke
Player Reason Status Rating
Will Goodwin Out 6.03
Joe Bennett Out 6.48
Player Reason Status Rating
Sam Gallagher Out 6.9
Ben Pearson Out N/A
Bosun Lawal Out N/A
Michael Rose Doubtful 6.35
Enda Stevens Doubtful 6.77
Jack Bonham Doubtful N/A

Team News

Oxford
Stoke
  • Des Buckingham should have Elliott Moore available to start at the back, while Siriki Dembele could make his full league debut out wide.
  • Left-back Joe Bennett has been sidelined for the remainder of 2024 after picking up an injury during the game against Preston.
  • Tom Cannon should make his Stoke debut on Saturday afternoon, while central midfielder Tatsuki Seko could feature on the bench.
  • Jordan Thompson is expected back in time to face Oxford United, but Enda Stevens, Michael Rose and Jack Bonham are all doubts.

Prediction

  • Oxford United capitalised well on Liam Lindsay's second-half red card last time out, adding a third goal to their tally through Greg Leigh as they confirmed a 3-1 win against Preston on home soil.
  • Des Buckingham's side have a 100% record at the Kassam Stadium this season heading into gameweek five.
  • Stoke had winger Million Manhoef to thank in their last league outing as his 83rd-minute goal proved enough to see off Wayne Rooney's Plymouth side.
  • With Tom Cannon added to the squad at the end of the transfer window, the Potters now have a reliable goal threat, making them an exciting proposition for the 2024/25 campaign.
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