Oxford United 3-1 Preston

Current streaks

Recent form

Oxford United

Oxford United's recent form shows a concerning trend, with the team currently on a three-game losing streak across all competitions. Their last six matches have been a mixed bag, with two wins followed by four consecutive losses. The team has struggled defensively, conceding 8 goals in their last 6 games, but they've managed to keep two clean sheets during this period. Interestingly, despite their 12th position in the league, Oxford United has scored in five out of their last six matches, including a high-scoring 3-2 loss to Coventry City. Their goal-scoring average of 1.17 per game is somewhat offset by their higher goals conceded rate of 1.33 per game. The team's ability to keep games low-scoring is evident, with 67% of their recent matches featuring under 2.5 goals.

Preston

Preston's recent form presents an intriguing mix of performances. They've shown a notable improvement in their last two matches, securing back-to-back wins including an impressive 5-0 victory over Harrogate Town in the League Cup. This high-scoring game stands out as their most dominant performance in the recent stretch. However, their league position (18th) reflects a challenging start to the Championship season, with three consecutive losses preceding their recent upturn. Defensively, Preston has been inconsistent, managing three clean sheets but also conceding 8 goals in their last 6 games. Their goal difference of 0 and the even split between under and over 2.5 goals per game (50% each) further underline their fluctuating form. Interestingly, in none of their last 6 games have both teams scored, indicating matches tend to be one-sided affairs for Preston.

Recent home/away form

Oxford United

Oxford United's recent home form shows a promising trend, with the team winning four out of their last six matches at their home ground. Notably, they are currently on a three-game winning streak at home, including victories in the League Cup and Championship. The team has demonstrated solid defensive capabilities, keeping four clean sheets in these six games and conceding only three goals overall. Their goal-scoring has been consistent but not prolific, with all games featuring under 2.5 goals. Interestingly, in none of these six home matches did both teams score, highlighting Oxford United's ability to control games on their own turf. While there weren't any particularly high-scoring games, the team's defensive record stands out, conceding an average of just 0.5 goals per game in this period.

Preston

Preston's away form presents a mixed picture with some notable highs and lows. Their most recent away game was a dominant 5-0 victory against Harrogate Town in the League Cup, showcasing their potential for high-scoring performances. However, this contrasts sharply with their previous Championship away match, a 3-0 loss to Swansea. Preston's away form includes a run of three consecutive wins in July and early August, albeit two of these were friendlies. The team has shown the ability to keep clean sheets, doing so in three of their last six away games. Interestingly, 83% of these matches have seen over 2.5 goals, indicating a tendency for high-scoring affairs on the road. Despite scoring 11 goals in their last 6 away games (1.83 per game), their league position (18th) and points tally (3 from 3 games) suggest inconsistency in translating this scoring form into league success.