Oxford United boss Matt Bloomfield says his side have to take things 'game by game' at the moment. The U's are in a tough position with 16 games to play, sat in the Championship's relegation zone and five points from safety.

What happened?

Oxford United were beaten 3-1 by Sheffield United, tasting defeat for the 15th time this campaign. The loss was disappointing, but Bloomfield told BBC Radio Oxford that it doesn't deter them from their goal.

Why it matters for Oxford United

The team's current standing is 22nd in the Championship, with 47 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LWLLW. They have scored 45 goals and conceded 59, resulting in a -14 goal difference.

What comes next?

Oxford United travel to Championship leaders Coventry City on Saturday. Their next fixture is vs Aldershot Town on July 21, 2026.

CategoryValue
League Standing22nd
Points47
Recent FormLWLLW
Goals Scored45
Goals Conceded59
Goal Difference-14
Next Fixturevs Aldershot Town (away, 2026-07-21)