Oxford United have started the new season on a high note, with a 3-1 win against Aldershot Town in their first pre-season friendly under new manager Aaron Ramsey. The former Arsenal man has already stamped his mark on the team, and it's clear that he's bringing a new level of energy and enthusiasm to the squad.
What happened?
The U's won in their first pre-season friendly in front of their supporters, with Aidomo Emakhu, Gatlin O'Donkor, and Jeon Jin-woo scoring the goals to secure victory at the EBB Stadium. The team was hit with a transfer embargo earlier this month, but it seems that Ramsey has found a way to make it work, with the squad committing to keeping the current group together.
Why it matters for Oxford United
The win against Aldershot Town was a significant one for Oxford United, as it showed that the team is capable of competing at a high level. The team's new manager, Aaron Ramsey, has brought a new level of intensity and passion to the squad, and it's clear that he's making a positive impact on the team.
What comes next?
Oxford United will look to build on this momentum as they head into the new season. With a strong squad and a new manager who's clearly making a positive impact, the team has a good chance of making a push for the top of the table. As of now, they are 22nd in the Championship with 47 points, 11 wins, 14 draws, and 21 losses from 46 games, with a recent form of LWLLW. They have scored 45 goals this season, conceded 59, and are 48 points behind leaders Coventry. Their next fixture is against Bradford at home on October 24, 2026.
In the match against Aldershot Town, Oxford United's new manager Aaron Ramsey made some key decisions that paid off. The team's energy and enthusiasm were evident throughout the game, and it's clear that Ramsey is bringing a new level of intensity to the squad. The team's ability to apply pressure high up the pitch was a key factor in their win, with all three goals coming from the U's applying pressure high up the pitch.
The team's new manager, Aaron Ramsey, has also made some interesting positional changes. South Korean forward Jeon Jin-woo came on in the no.10 position and offered a new kind of threat. He offered a threat off the ball and it will be exciting to see the 26-year-old have more of an impact on the team. In addition, wing back Ruben Roosken played as a winger, and managed an assist for the first U's goal. There is some promise there as a winger from Roosken; his physicality could use some work, but he has shown he can be effective higher up the pitch.
Oxford United's new manager Aaron Ramsey has made a significant impact on the team, and it's clear that he's bringing a new level of energy and enthusiasm to the squad. With a strong squad and a new manager who's clearly making a positive impact, the team has a good chance of making a push for the top of the table. As they head into the new season, Oxford United will look to build on this momentum and make a strong push for the top of the table.
