Oxford United 3-2 Cardiff City

Current streaks

Recent form

Oxford United

Oxford United are experiencing a severe dip in form, having failed to secure a victory in their last seven matches. The team's recent performances have been particularly concerning, with five losses in their last six games and a worrying goal difference of -15 during this period. Oxford's defensive frailties are evident, conceding an alarming average of 3.17 goals per game over the last six matches, with no clean sheets to their name. The match against Middlesbrough stands out as a particularly high-scoring affair, ending in a 6-2 defeat for Oxford. Their attacking output has also been lacklustre, managing to score just four goals in six games. With Oxford currently sitting in 23rd position in the Championship, their recent form suggests they are struggling to compete at this level and face a real battle to avoid relegation.

Cardiff City

Cardiff City are enduring a difficult run of form, having failed to secure a victory in their last eight matches. The Bluebirds have drawn three and lost three of their most recent six games, struggling particularly in front of goal with only five goals scored during this period. Their defensive frailties are also evident, conceding 11 goals in the same span and failing to keep a clean sheet in their last nine outings. Cardiff's goal difference of -6 over the past six matches highlights their struggles at both ends of the pitch. While they've managed to avoid defeat in half of these games, their inability to convert draws into wins has seen them slip to 22nd in the Championship table. The team's current form is characterised by low-scoring affairs, with 67% of their recent matches featuring fewer than 2.5 goals, suggesting a cautious approach that has yet to yield positive results.

Recent home/away form

Oxford United

Oxford United's recent home form has been a cause for concern, with the team struggling to find consistency at their own ground. In their last six home matches, the U's have managed just one win, alongside two draws and three losses. A particularly alarming result was the 6-2 defeat to Middlesbrough, highlighting defensive frailties that have seen Oxford concede an average of 2.17 goals per game at home. Despite their struggles, Oxford have been consistent in finding the net, scoring in five out of their last six home matches. The team's total goals average of 3.33 per game suggests that fans are at least being treated to entertaining, high-scoring affairs, with both teams scoring in 83% of these fixtures. However, with only one clean sheet in this run and a goal difference of -6, Oxford United will need to shore up their defence if they hope to improve their 23rd position in the Championship table.

Cardiff City

Cardiff City have been struggling to find their winning form away from home, with their last six away matches resulting in five draws and one loss. The Bluebirds have shown resilience in their defensive play, managing to secure draws in their last three away fixtures against Stoke City, Coventry City, and Sheffield Wednesday, all ending in 2-2, 2-2, and 1-1 scorelines respectively. Their only defeat in this run came against Luton Town, where they narrowly lost 1-0. Cardiff's ability to find the back of the net has been consistent, scoring in five out of these six matches, but they have also struggled to keep clean sheets, with only one goalless draw against West Brom. The team's recent away form has been characterised by tight contests, with 67% of these matches featuring under 2.5 goals, suggesting a cautious approach on the road.