Tag: Oxford

Kyle Edwards: Oxford United re-sign midfielder on short-term deal
3 September 2024 Off

Kyle Edwards: Oxford United re-sign midfielder on short-term deal

By Total Football News

Oxford United have re-signed Kyle Edwards on a short-term contract.

Edwards spent last season with Oxford, firstly on loan from Ipswich Town and then on a deal until the end of the campaign.

The 26-year-old midfielder was released following the U’s promotion to the Championship, but he returns as a free agent.

Edwards played six times last season and scored two goals but a hamstring injury ended his season prematurely.

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Oxford United 3-1 Preston North End: Mark Harris scores again
31 August 2024 Off

Oxford United 3-1 Preston North End: Mark Harris scores again

By Total Football News

Oxford United boss Des Buckingham told BBC Radio Oxford:

“I was right behind Tyler Goodrham’s strike – and it was a wonderful finish. Seeing him cutting in on the right-hand side, it’s normally him doing that on the opposite side and curling it in with his right foot.

“That’s the reason we signed Tyler to a long-term contract at this club. He’s thriving at the moment in the Championship and

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Siriki Dembele: Oxford United sign Blues winger
29 August 2024 Off

Siriki Dembele: Oxford United sign Blues winger

By Total Football News

Oxford United have signed Birmingham City winger Siriki Dembele for an undisclosed fee.

The 27-year-old has agreed an undisclosed long-term contract at the Kassam Stadium and is the U’s 15th signing of the summer.

BBC Radio Oxford understands the fee breaks the club’s transfer record.

Dembele said: “I have played against Oxford a few times and it looks like an exciting time for the team, so that’s why I have

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Blackburn Rovers vs Oxford United: Championship – BBC Sport
25 August 2024 Off

Blackburn Rovers vs Oxford United: Championship – BBC Sport

By Total Football News

Blackburn continued their strong start to the season with a narrow 2-1 win over Championship new boys Oxford United at Ewood Park.

An entertaining first half was lit up by Mark Harris’ stunning 35-yard dipping volley over Rovers goalkeeper Aynsley Pears in the 44th minute for his third goal in as many league games.

In a manic few minutes, Blackburn winger Joe Rankin-Costello cancelled out Harris’ screamer in additional time

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Oxford United: Marselino Ferdinan signs for Oxford on a free
21 August 2024 Off

Oxford United: Marselino Ferdinan signs for Oxford on a free

By Total Football News

Oxford United have been majority owned by Indonesian investors Anindya Bakrie and Erick Thohir since late 2022.

“The Club has strong ties with Indonesia and through our continuous conversations, we were made aware of Marselino’s ability,” Buckingham added.

“While unproven at this level, it is clear that Marselino is extremely talented with good international experience, and it will be exciting to see how he adapts to life at Oxford United.”

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Oxford United: Des Buckingham’s side ‘setting the standard’
16 August 2024 Off

Oxford United: Des Buckingham’s side ‘setting the standard’

By Total Football News

Oxford United boss Des Buckingham says his side must “operate at the standard” they have set themselves after strong wins in their league and cup openers.

On the opening weekend of the season, promoted United caught the eye with a classy display to defeat a Norwich City side who made the Championship play-offs last term.

The U’s also beat Peterborough United in midweek to progress in the Carabao Cup.

“It

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Oxford United 2-0 Norwich City: U’s win on return to Championship
11 August 2024 Off

Oxford United 2-0 Norwich City: U’s win on return to Championship

By Total Football News

The day started badly for Thorup when winger Jonathan Rowe withdrew from the Canaries squad on Saturday morning amid speculation French giants Marseille had submitted a bid to sign the 21-year-old.

Callum Doyle, on loan from Manchester City, was selected by the Dane at left-back on his Norwich debut as both sides matched up in a 4-3-3 formation.

The U’s, however, made the brighter start and Harris somehow managed to

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Oxford United: Des Buckingham’s side ready to tackle Championship
9 August 2024 Off

Oxford United: Des Buckingham’s side ready to tackle Championship

By Total Football News

Oxford United boss Des Buckingham says his team “won’t shy away” from the challenges that come with Championship football.

The U’s play in England’s second tier for the first time in 25 years when they face Norwich City on Saturday.

Oxford were promoted from League One last season after they beat Bolton in May’s play-off final.

“Since that full-time whistle went at Wembley we’ve done as much as we

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Malcolm Ebiowei: Oxford United sign winger on loan from Crystal Palace
2 August 2024 Off

Malcolm Ebiowei: Oxford United sign winger on loan from Crystal Palace

By Total Football News

Oxford United have signed winger Malcolm Ebiowei on loan for the 2024-25 season from Premier League side Crystal Palace.

Ebiowei has made five appearances for Palace since joining the club in 2022, having previously spent time in the academies of Chelsea, Arsenal and Derby.

The 20-year-old also played in three friendlies for England’s Under-20s side and spent last season on loan with Belgian side RWD Molenbeek.

Ebiowei’s arrival at Oxford

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Matt Phillips: Oxford United sign ex-West Bromwich Albion winger
1 August 2024 Off

Matt Phillips: Oxford United sign ex-West Bromwich Albion winger

By Total Football News

Championship newcomers Oxford United have signed former West Bromwich Albion winger Matt Phillips.

Phillips, 33, was one of seven senior players released by the Midlands club at the end of last season, ending an eight-year stay at The Hawthorns.

“I’m delighted – it’s a great opportunity for me and I can’t wait to get started,” Phillips told Oxford’s official website.

“I want to have another successful season

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