Blackpool FC vs Oxford United FC, League One 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Blackpool FC vs Oxford United FC — League One at Bloomfield Road.
- Blackpool FC 13 games · 12 pts (2026/27)
- Oxford United FC 13 games · 26 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Paul Howard
- Assistant 1 Emily Carney (England)
- Assistant 2 Darren Williams (England)
3 games this season
🟨 4.3/game
⚽ 10.0 goals/game
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 14 | 29 |
| 2 | Stockport County FC | 15 | 29 |
| 3 | Oxford United FC | 13 | 26 |
| 4 | Luton Town FC | 14 | 24 |
| 5 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 14 | 23 |
| 6 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 15 | 23 |
| 7 | Reading FC | 15 | 22 |
| 8 | Bradford City AFC | 13 | 22 |
| 9 | Milton Keynes Dons FC | 14 | 21 |
| 10 | Cambridge United FC | 14 | 21 |
| 11 | Leicester City FC | 13 | 19 |
| 12 | Mansfield Town FC | 13 | 19 |
| 13 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 13 | 18 |
| 14 | Leyton Orient FC | 13 | 17 |
| 15 | Burton Albion FC | 15 | 17 |
| 16 | Stevenage FC | 12 | 16 |
| 17 | AFC Wimbledon | 14 | 16 |
| 18 | Notts County FC | 12 | 14 |
| 19 | Wigan Athletic FC | 15 | 14 |
| 20 | Blackpool FC | 13 | 12 |
| 21 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 13 | 12 |
| 22 | Peterborough United FC | 13 | 10 |
| 23 | Barnsley FC | 13 | 9 |
| 24 | Bromley FC | 13 | 9 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Feb | Oxford United FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 03 Feb | Stevenage FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 27 Jan | Charlton Athletic FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 20 Jan | Bristol Rovers FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 17 Jan | Nottingham Forest FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 13 Jan | Exeter City FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Feb | Blackpool FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 03 Feb | Reading FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 30 Jan | Portsmouth FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 27 Jan | Bristol Rovers FC | A | 1–3 | L |
| 23 Jan | Barnsley FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 13 Jan | Carlisle United FC | A | 3–1 | W |
Season Stats
| Blackpool FC | Oxford United FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #20 | Position | #3 |
| 12 | Points | 26 |
| 13 | Played | 13 |
| 3 / 3 / 7 | W / D / L | 7 / 5 / 1 |
| 17 | Scored | 22 |
| 22 | Conceded | 11 |
| -5 | GD | +11 |
| 0.92 | PPG | 2.00 |
| 23% | Win % | 54% |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
H2H (8 games)
25%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
15%
Clean Sheets
Blackpool FC this season
Blackpool FC this season
38%
Clean Sheets
Oxford United FC this season
Oxford United FC this season
Blackpool FC are 20th (12 pts). Oxford United FC are 3rd (26 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Blackpool FC
0-15
1/2
16-30
4/3
31-45
3/2
46-60
1/4
61-75
4/1
76+
4/7
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Oxford United FC
0-15
2/–
16-30
2/1
31-45
3/2
46-60
3/2
61-75
3/2
76+
9/4
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Blackpool FC
| Jerry Yates | 3 G | |
| Josh Bowler | 2 G | 1 A |
| Tom Bloxham | 2 G | 1 A |
| Finley Munroe | 1 G |
Oxford United FC
| Mark Harris | 6 G | 1 A |
| Gatlin O'Donkor | 4 G | 2 A |
| Cameron Brannagan | 2 G | |
| Ciaron Brown | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' It’s Showtime! The match between Blackpool FC and Oxford United FC is underway.
- 5' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 10' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 15' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 18' What a moment for Matthew Pennington! That strike on 18 puts his side firmly in control.
- 21' Mark Harris is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 4 goals this season for the .
- 23' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for Shayne Lavery.
- 28' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 33' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 38' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Blackpool FC and Oxford United FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 43' Blackpool FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 46' Josh Murphy is ready to make an impact after coming on for Tyler Burey at the 46 minute mark.
- 51' The referee calls foul for James Husband. He receives a card.
- 54' Controversy at the stadium! Sam Long argues furiously but the card stands.
- 59' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Blackpool FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 61' Will Goodwin has so much to prove this time. He replaces Tyler Goodrham on 61 minute.
- 66' Northern Ireland international Ciaron Brown has been a key figure this campaign — 1 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 71' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 73' George Byers has so much to prove this time. He replaces Jordan Lawrence-Gabriel on 73 minute.
- 77' Ruben Rodrigues makes way for Jay Matete at the 77 minute mark. A tactical switch from Oxford United FC.
- 82' Blackpool FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Oxford United FC backline.
- 83' The crowd applauds Mark Harris as he leaves the pitch. Billy Bodin steps in for Oxford United FC.
- 87' Blackpool FC receives a card for a hard tackle on 87.
- 90' Fresh legs for Blackpool FC! Andy Lyons comes on to replace Hayden Coulson.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Blackpool FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 21
- 5
- 8
- 3
- 6
-
15
Hayden Coulson ↓ Andy Lyons 90'
- 32
- 11
- 19
- 9
- 4
Bench
-
7
George Byers ↑ 73'
- 1
- 20
-
24
Andy Lyons ↑ 90'
- 27
- 17
- 22
Oxford United FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
16
Tyler Burey ↓ Josh Murphy 46'
-
9
Mark Harris ↓ Billy Bodin 83'
- 3
- 2
- 8
- 18
- 1
- 5
-
20
Ruben Rodrigues ↓ Jay Matete 77'
-
19
Tyler Goodrham ↓ Will Goodwin 61'
- 22
Bench
-
23
Josh Murphy ↑ 46'
-
10
Billy Bodin ↑ 83'
- 4
- 13
- 17
-
36
Jay Matete ↑ 77'
-
25
Will Goodwin ↑ 61'
Coach
Des Buckingham
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Marcus Browne | 3 |
| Daniel Ballard | 1 |
| Greg Leigh | 1 |
| Jordan Rhodes | 1 |
| James Henry | 1 |
| Mark Harris | 1 |
| Matthew Pennington | 1 |
| Jordan Graham | 1 |
Head to Head
Blackpool FC Form
Oxford United FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.13
Blackpool FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.56
Oxford United FC xG
I would bet for:
Blackpool FC or Oxford United FC 73%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.69
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 1.5 | 75% |
|
25% |
| ± 2.5 | 50% |
|
50% |
| ± 3.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
| ± 4.5 | 14% |
|
86% |
Double Chance
Blackpool FC or Draw
60%
Draw or Oxford United FC
67%
Blackpool FC or Oxford United FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
0 – 1
9.7%
1 – 2
9%
0 – 0
8.7%
0 – 2
8.1%
1 – 0
6.7%
2 – 1
6.5%
2 – 2
5.1%
1 – 3
4.7%
2 – 0
4.2%
0 – 3
4.1%
2 – 3
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Blackpool FC
| Handicap | Blackpool FC covers | Push | Oxford United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 3% | — | 97% |
| -2 | 3% | 7% | 89% |
| -1.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -1 | 11% | 15% | 74% |
| -0.5 | 26% | — | 74% |
| +0.5 | 54% | — | 46% |
| +1 | 54% | 22% | 24% |
| +1.5 | 76% | — | 24% |
| +2 | 76% | 14% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Blackpool FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Oxford United FC keeps clean sheet
33%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

