Bristol City will visit the Kassam Stadium on Saturday, January 16th, to face Oxford United in the Sky Bet Championship. This encounter follows an impressive performance by Bristol City, who defeated Watford 5-1 in the Third Round of the Emirates FA Cup. Emil Riis notably scored his first career hat-trick, bringing his season total to 10 goals, while teammates Anis Mehmeti and Rob Atkison each contributed a goal.
Despite a strong cup performance, Bristol City is looking to bounce back from a recent 2-0 league loss to Preston North End. Currently positioned 10th in the league table, the team is just two points shy of the play-off spots. A win on Saturday could propel them into the top six. However, they will be without Ross McCrorie and Joe Williams due to suspensions. Conversely, Radek Vítek is available for selection after recovering from injury.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, January 16th
- Time: 3 PM
- Venue: Kassam Stadium
- Competition: Sky Bet Championship
- Referee: Tim Robinson
- Assistant Referees: Simon Long and Akil Howson
- Fourth Official: Marin Coy
Oxford United Overview
Oxford United will also enter this match under new management. Matt Bloomfield, who previously managed teams such as Ipswich Town, was appointed as the Head Coach on January 9th after Gary Rowett’s exit. Under Bloomfield, Oxford currently sits at the bottom of the table with just five league victories this season.
Despite a rocky start, Oxford United recently made it to the Fourth Round of the Emirates FA Cup after defeating Milton Keynes Dons on penalties. The team is eager to reverse their fortunes, having failed to secure back-to-back wins throughout the season.
Key Player: Cameron Brannagan
Cameron Brannagan stands out as the Club Captain for Oxford United. He began his football journey in the youth academies of Manchester City and Manchester United before joining Liverpool. With a wealth of experience, Brannagan has appeared in various competitions, including the Premier League and UEFA tournaments. Since joining Oxford in January 2018, he has made over 300 appearances, scoring 61 goals and providing 36 assists. This season, he has netted four goals and made one assist.
Head-to-Head: Bristol City vs. Oxford United
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Won by Bristol City | 13 |
| Matches Drawn | 14 |
| Matches Lost by Bristol City | 20 |
| Biggest Win | Bristol City 5-1 Oxford United (August 9, 2023) |
| Most Recent Game | Bristol City 1-3 Oxford United (September 21, 2025) |
As the match approaches, both teams will be looking to seize an important three points, making for an exciting fixture in the championship. Watch the action unfold live on Robins TV for selected overseas territories.
