Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
The air is cold and hail stones bounce off the ground here at Kassam Stadium where Oxford United play host to Crewe Alexandra. A crowd of 2,486 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Oxford United are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Crewe Alexandra appear to be shaped for 5-3-2.
Today's match is refereed by Des Jobson.
The pitch is in good condition.
Oxford United are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Crewe Alexandra appear to be shaped for 5-3-2.
Today's match is refereed by Des Jobson.
0.00
0-0Oxford United kick off and get the match underway!
8.16
0-0Frank Gilchrist runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Frank Gilchrist tries a spectacular long range effort but it flies just wide!
9.22
1-0Frank Gilchrist flicks a high pass forward to Greg Robson who brings the ball under control. Greg Robson shoots from 20 yards which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
14.23
1-0Marcus Robinson makes a simple pass to Titus Southgate. Titus Southgate knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Stephen Jackson.
15.36
Billy Fletcher makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Damien Croft. Damien Croft makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
20.45
1-0Frank Gilchrist makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Greg Robson. Greg Robson finds some space and shoots from distance but Peter Benjamin is on top of it.
21.55
Frank Gilchrist takes it forward alone. Frank Gilchrist whips in a cross ball towards Greg Robson. Greg Robson beats his man to it with a header but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
27.43
Mick Froggatt flicks a high pass forward. Jonathan Shilton holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Jonathan Shilton knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Ledley Sheringham.
36.40
Jason Potts knocks the ball forward to Clive Bramble. Clive Bramble knocks the ball forward to Paul Heskey. Paul Heskey knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Ralph Wainwright who gathers it comfortably.
44.05
Gavin Howey kicks a strong pass forward to Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it flies wide!
45.00
Mick Froggatt makes a simple pass to Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton lofts in a cross ball towards Greg Robson. Greg Robson is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
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. Crewe Alexandra also appear unchanged since the first half. The Crewe Alexandra players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Crewe Alexandra kick off the second half!
51.11
With great vision, Eddie Batty plays the ball forward to Titus Southgate. Titus Southgate knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
53.00
Marcus Robinson makes a probing pass to Titus Southgate. Titus Southgate knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Stephen Jackson.
57.07
Jason Potts makes a strong solo run forward. Jason Potts passes the ball forward to Paul Heskey. Paul Heskey sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
59.07
Jason Potts controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Marcus Robinson. Marcus Robinson threads the ball through to Titus Southgate. Titus Southgate controls the ball well and immediately threads the ball forward, putting Paul Heskey through on goal. Paul Heskey makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
69.48
Phil Forbes kicks a strong pass forward to Eddie Batty. Eddie Batty flicks a high pass forward to Paul Heskey who brings the ball under control. Paul Heskey plays a quick one-two with Titus Southgate and rushes in on goal... Paul Heskey muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but it's a lousy effort!
75.38
Danny Waters knocks the ball forward to Mick Froggatt. Mick Froggatt passes the ball forward to Jonathan Shilton. Jonathan Shilton shoots from 25 yards. Magnificent save by Peter Benjamin!
77.11
Eddie Batty flicks a high pass forward to Titus Southgate who brings the ball under control. Titus Southgate sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but Ralph Wainwright reads it well. Good keeping!
78.01
Gavin Howey knocks the ball forward to Greg Robson. Greg Robson knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Phil Forbes.
85.27
Eddie Batty sees a break and surges forward. Eddie Batty finds some space and shoots from distance but Ralph Wainwright is on top of it.
87.18
Eddie Batty makes a probing pass to Paul Heskey. Paul Heskey sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it's well over the bar!
89.18
Eddie Batty flicks a high pass forward to Paul Heskey who brings the ball under control. Paul Heskey shoots from outside the area but it rises well off target!
90.00
Seeing Marcus Robinson's run, Clive Bramble quickly throws the ball into his path. Marcus Robinson flicks a high pass forward to Paul Heskey who brings the ball under control. Paul Heskey shoots from 25 yards. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Greg Robson 9, 45 | Paul Heskey 59 |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Ralph Wainwright (GK)
6
2. Stephen Jackson (DEF)
6
3. Richard Simonsen (DEF)
6
4. Danny Waters (DEF)
6
5. Billy Fletcher (DEF)
6
6. Frank Gilchrist (MID)
8
7. Damien Croft (MID)
6
8. Gavin Howey (MID)
6
9. Mick Froggatt (MID)
6
10. Jonathan Shilton (ATT)
7
11. Greg Robson (ATT)
9
12. Anthony Summerbell (MID)
0
13. Damien Hurst (MID)
0
14. Steve Weaver (MID)
0
1. Peter Benjamin (GK)
6
2. Tim Beckham (DEF)
6
3. Phil Forbes (DEF)
6
4. Jason Potts (DEF)
7
5. Ledley Sheringham (DEF)
6
6. James Vassell (DEF)
6
7. Clive Bramble (MID)
6
8. Eddie Batty (MID)
7
9. Marcus Robinson (MID)
6
10. Titus Southgate (ATT)
7
11. Paul Heskey (ATT)
8
12. Tommy Johnson (MID)
0
13. Marcus Benali (MID)
0
14. Nigel Oakley (GK)
0