Oxford United visit Exeter City on Tuesday evening for their opening match in this season's Jersey Mike's Trophy. The game at St James Park begins at 7pm, marking Oxford's first appearance in the southern section of the tournament. The club has pointed out that this is indeed Oxford's debut in the group, as Cheltenham Town and Tottenham Hotspur U21 have each only contested one match so far.
Manager Des Buckingham's team enters this fixture placed 10th in League One, having accumulated 11 points from their six games. Their most recent match ended in a 1-1 draw with Cambridge United on 19 September, a result that means their current run includes three victories, one draw, and one defeat. Gatlin O'Donkor is the team's top scorer so far this season with three goals.
Pricing and access for supporters
Tickets for the Nevada Construction Main Stand have different price levels. An adult ticket costs £12 if bought ahead of time or £13 on the matchday, and tickets for those under 18 are priced at £7 in advance or £8 on the day. Concessionary rates are also available for wheelchair users and their assistants, as well as for fans between the ages of 18 and 23. Exeter City has announced that its club shop will be open from 9:30am on the day of the game and will carry all three of the team's kits for the current season.
Matchday experience and facilities
The Centre Spot Bar and the Fan Zone Bar will both open their doors at 5pm. The fan zone will host an entertainment show presented by Chris, known as The Drunken Duck Show, which is linked with Rock Radio UK. "Chris and his The Drunken Duck Show is in the fan zone on Tuesday night!" he stated. An area for younger fans called the Junior Grecians Zone, offering games and face painting, will also be running. The club museum, which features exhibits including a match ball from 1914 and a Hall of Fame, will open simultaneously. A digital match programme will be provided free of charge.
How to watch and listen
The fixture will be broadcast live on Sky Sports+. Supporters outside the UK can watch a live stream through Grecian+ for a fee of £10, while fans within the UK have the option to buy an audio pass for £2.50. Match highlights and a complete replay will be accessible from the following day, Wednesday.
Oxford United's following match is an away game against Notts County scheduled for 10 October.
