Oxford United prepare for an away trip to Mansfield Town this week, building on a 2-1 win at Notts County last time out. The U's are unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions, a run that has lifted them to eighth in the League One table with 14 points from seven games.
Their last home league outing saw them held 1-1 by Cambridge United, but they had previously secured a convincing 3-0 win over Burton Albion at the Kassam Stadium. Top scorer Mark Harris, who has four goals this season, opened the scoring in the win at Notts County before Cameron Brannagan sealed the points late on.
He also confirmed the team has no new injury concerns following the weekend's action, with all players returning to training.
Opposition outlook
Mansfield Town, who sit 14th, will provide a stern test at Field Mill. They come into the match off the back of a 2-1 home win over Bromley but have experienced mixed results recently, including a 2-2 draw at Burton Albion and a 2-0 defeat to Port Vale in the EFL Trophy. Key midfielder Reed is expected to return to the squad after missing the last match with a minor knock.
Recent line-ups
In their last outing, Oxford United lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Jamie Cumming in goal behind a back four of Peter Kioso, Michał Helik, Ciaron Brown and Jack Currie. Cameron Brannagan and Louie Sibley anchored the midfield, supporting an attacking trio of Mo Missanga, Tyler Goodrham and Siriki Dembélé behind striker Mark Harris. For the latest squad information, visit the club's squad page.
Mansfield Town's last starting XI featured Christy Pym in goal, with defenders Calum Macdonald, Aden Flint, and Baily Cargill forming a back three. Stephen Quinn and Hiram Boateng played in midfield, with Davis Keillor-Dunn operating in an advanced role behind strikers Lucas Akins and Will Swan.
Oxford United's next fixture is away at Mansfield Town on Thursday, 15 October. A win could see United break into the League One playoff places depending on other results.
