Thursday , 2 July 2026

Oxford United FC vs Derby County FC, League One 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON

League One · 2023-24
Oxford United FC
2 – 3
Full Time
Derby County FC
Fri 29 Dec 2023 · 19:45 UTC Kassam Stadium 11,219 HT 45' · FT 45'
Cameron Brannagan pen 2' 1–0
Cameron Brannagan 13' 2–0
2–1 45+3' Craig Forsyth
2–2 81' Liam Thompson
2–3 86' Eiran Cashin
Y 2' Joe Wildsmith
Y 24' Max Bird
Y 59' Thomas Barkhuizen
James Beadle 67' Y
Y 71' Tyreece John-Jules

Overview

Match Preview

Oxford United FC vs Derby County FC — League One at Kassam Stadium.

Match Details

  • Referee Will Finnie
  • Assistant 1 Samuel Ogles
  • Assistant 2 Kevin Morris

Standings

# Team P Pts
1 Lincoln City FC 46 103
2 Cardiff City FC 46 91
3 Stockport County FC 46 77
4 Bradford City AFC 46 77
5 Bolton Wanderers FC 46 75
6 Stevenage FC 46 75
7 Luton Town FC 46 74
8 Plymouth Argyle FC 46 73
9 Huddersfield Town AFC 46 67
10 Mansfield Town FC 46 65
11 Wycombe Wanderers FC 46 63
12 Reading FC 46 63
13 Blackpool FC 46 60
14 Doncaster Rovers FC 46 60
15 Barnsley FC 46 59
16 Wigan Athletic FC 46 56
17 Burton Albion FC 46 54
18 Peterborough United FC 46 53
19 AFC Wimbledon 46 53
20 Leyton Orient FC 46 52
21 Exeter City FC 46 49
22 Port Vale FC 46 42
23 Rotherham United FC 46 41
24 Northampton Town FC 46 35

Head-to-Head

2
2
4
Oxford United FC 8 games · Avg 2.3 goals Derby County FC
Last 5 meetings
2023-12-29 Oxford United FC 2–3 Derby County FC 2023-08-15 Derby County FC 1–2 Oxford United FC 2023-03-11 Oxford United FC 2–3 Derby County FC 2022-07-30 Derby County FC 1–0 Oxford United FC

Recent Form

Oxford United FC
DateOpponentH/A ScoreResult
29 Dec Derby County FC H 2–3 L
26 Dec Cambridge United FC H 2–1 W
23 Dec Northampton Town FC A 1–2 L
16 Dec Burton Albion FC H 3–0 W
12 Dec Reading FC A 1–1 D
09 Dec Peterborough United FC A 0–3 L
Derby County FC
DateOpponentH/A ScoreResult
29 Dec Oxford United FC A 3–2 W
26 Dec Wigan Athletic FC A 1–0 W
21 Dec Lincoln City FC H 3–1 W
16 Dec Wycombe Wanderers FC H 1–1 D
09 Dec Leyton Orient FC A 3–0 W
28 Nov Port Vale FC A 1–0 W

Key Stats

50% Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
38% Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history

Events

Match Events

  • 0' Temperatures are rising at Kassam Stadium as Oxford United FC face off against Derby County FC in what promises to be a fascinating contest.
  • 2' What a strike from Cameron Brannagan! The score is 1-0.
  • 2' That looks like a foul for a card for Joe Wildsmith.
  • 7' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
  • 12' It looks like no one’s ball. Derby County FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
  • 13' The England Cameron Brannagan breaks the deadlock on 13 minutes. 2-0!
  • 18' It looks surprising Oxford United FC does not make any changes. Joe Ward has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
  • 23' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
  • 24' The referee shows Derby County FC player a card on 24.
  • 29' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
  • 34' Louie Sibley has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 1 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
  • 39' The 32-year-old Thomas Barkhuizen has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
  • 44' Curtis Nelson has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
  • 46' Tyler Goodrham makes way for James Henry at the 46 minute mark. A tactical switch from Oxford United FC.
  • 48' A goal from the Scotland international Craig Forsyth! He fires home on 45 to make it 2-1!
  • 53' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
  • 58' England international Tyler Goodrham has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
  • 59' The referee shows Derby County FC player a card on 59.
  • 59' Fresh legs for Oxford United FC! Josh McEachran comes on to replace Stanley Mills.
  • 61' A change in the Derby County FC ranks — James Collins exits the field as Tyreece John-Jules enters on 61.
  • 66' Over 66 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
  • 67' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for James Beadle.
  • 70' The crowd applauds Mark Harris as he leaves the pitch. Jordan Thorniley steps in for Oxford United FC.
  • 71' Tyreece John-Jules is having his name booked by the referee on 71.
  • 75' A change in the Derby County FC ranks — Craig Forsyth exits the field as Sonny Bradley enters on 75.
  • 80' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 80 minutes.
  • 81' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Liam Thompson makes it 2-2.
  • 81' Liam Thompson gets the nod from Derby County FC. He replaces Thomas Barkhuizen and will look to change the dynamic.
  • 86' Eiran Cashin has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 86 minutes.
  • 87' Oxford United FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Gatlin O'Donkor is hanging Marcus McGuane on the field on 87 minute.
  • What a match! Full time at {STADIUM} — Oxford United FC 2-3 Derby County FC.

Lineups

Oxford United FC Lineups

Starting XI

Bench

Coach Des Buckingham

Derby County FC Lineups

Starting XI

Bench

Coach Paul Warne

H2H

H2H Top Scorers

PlayerGoals
Louie Sibley 2
Cameron Brannagan 2
Mark Harris 2
Sam Long 2
James Collins 1
Eiran Cashin 1
Sam Long 1
Kyle Joseph 1

Head to Head

2023-12-29 Oxford United FC 2–3 Derby County FC 2023-08-15 Derby County FC 1–2 Oxford United FC 2023-03-11 Oxford United FC 2–3 Derby County FC 2022-07-30 Derby County FC 1–0 Oxford United FC

Oxford United FC Form

2023-12-29 Oxford United FC 2–3 Derby County FC L 2023-12-26 Oxford United FC 2–1 Cambridge United FC W 2023-12-23 Northampton Town FC 2–1 Oxford United FC L 2023-12-16 Oxford United FC 3–0 Burton Albion FC W 2023-12-12 Reading FC 1–1 Oxford United FC D 2023-12-09 Peterborough United FC 3–0 Oxford United FC L

Derby County FC Form

2023-12-29 Oxford United FC 2–3 Derby County FC W 2023-12-26 Wigan Athletic FC 0–1 Derby County FC W 2023-12-21 Derby County FC 3–1 Lincoln City FC W 2023-12-16 Derby County FC 1–1 Wycombe Wanderers FC D 2023-12-09 Leyton Orient FC 0–3 Derby County FC W 2023-11-28 Port Vale FC 0–1 Derby County FC W

Predictions

Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.42 Oxford United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.51 Derby County FC xG
I would bet for: Oxford United FC or Derby County FC 73% + Both teams to score 59%

Match Result

✓ Correct
Oxford United FC33% Draw27% Derby County FC40%
Actual: Derby County FC win

Both Teams to Score

✓ Correct
Yes59% 0% No41%
Avg goals/match: 2.93
Actual: Yes — both scored

Over / Under Goals

✓ O/U 2.5
Line Over Under
± 0.5 93%
7%
± 1.5 79%
21%
± 2.5 55%
45%
± 3.5 34%
66%
± 4.5 18%
82%

Double Chance

Oxford United FC or Draw
60%
Draw or Derby County FC
67%
Oxford United FC or Derby County FC
73%

Half-Time Result

✗ Wrong
Oxford United FC26% Draw45% Derby County FC29%
Actual: Oxford United FC win at HT

Correct Score

✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.4%
1 – 2
8.3%
2 – 1
7.8%
0 – 1
7.2%
0 – 0
7.2%
1 – 0
6.7%
0 – 2
6%
2 – 2
5.9%
2 – 0
5.3%
1 – 3
4.2%
3 – 1
3.7%
2 – 3
Actual

Asian Handicap — Oxford United FC

Handicap Oxford United FC covers Push Derby County FC covers
-2.5 6% — 94%
-2 6% 10% 84%
-1.5 16% — 84%
-1 16% 18% 66%
-0.5 34% — 66%
+0.5 62% — 38%
+1 62% 19% 19%
+1.5 81% — 19%
+2 81% 12% 8%
+2.5 92% — 8%

Clean Sheet

Oxford United FC keeps clean sheet
23% ✓
Derby County FC keeps clean sheet
25% ✓

Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.