This 22.08.2026, the England League One showcases a closely contested battle between Stevenage and Oxford United. With both teams in fine form and evenly matched, it's a game that could go either way. We provide insights into their strategies, star players, and recent forms. Enhance your match day experience by reading our prediction before making your bet!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Milton Keynes Dons | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2/2 | 1 |
| 10 | Oxford United | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2/2 | 1 |
| 11 | Blackpool | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/1 | 1 |
| 15 | Burton Albion | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/1 | 1 |
| 16 | Stevenage | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/1 | 1 |
| 17 | Reading | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3/4 | 0 |
Key Player Statistics: Stevenage vs Oxford United
Stevenage vs Oxford United Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Oxford United | Stevenage | 19.04.2024 | 1-1 |
| League One | Stevenage | Oxford United | 30.09.2023 | 1-3 |
| EFL Trophy | Oxford United | Stevenage | 05.10.2021 | 1-2 |
| EFL Trophy | Stevenage | Oxford United | 29.08.2017 | 2-6 |
| League Two | Oxford United | Stevenage | 25.03.2016 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Stevenage | Oxford United | 31.10.2015 | 1-5 |
| League Two | Stevenage | Oxford United | 31.01.2015 | 0-2 |
| League Two | Oxford United | Stevenage | 20.09.2014 | 0-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Burton Albion | Stevenage | 15.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| League Cup | Wycombe | Stevenage | 07.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Stevenage | Colchester | 01.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Stevenage | Millwall | 25.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Stevenage | West Ham | 22.07.2026 | 0-5 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Andorra | Stevenage | 18.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| League One | Stockport County | Stevenage | 13.05.2026 | 2-0 |
| League One | Stevenage | Stockport County | 09.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| League One | Stevenage | Wigan | 02.05.2026 | 1-0 |
| League One | Doncaster | Stevenage | 25.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Oxford United | Milton Keynes Dons | 15.08.2026 | 2-2 |
| League Cup | Leyton Orient | Oxford United | 08.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Oxford United | Ipswich | 01.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Oxford United | Crawley Town | 28.07.2026 | 3-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Barnet | Oxford United | 25.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Aldershot Town | Oxford United | 21.07.2026 | 1-3 |
| Championship | Millwall | Oxford United | 02.05.2026 | 2-0 |
| Championship | Oxford United | Sheffield Wednesday | 25.04.2026 | 4-1 |
| Championship | Oxford United | Wrexham | 21.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Championship | Derby | Oxford United | 18.04.2026 | 1-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Stevenage VS Oxford United
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Stevenage vs Oxford United
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Stevenage vs Oxford United
htmlThere's something brewing at the Lamex Stadium. Stevenage host Oxford United in a League One clash that carries more weight than the early-season standings might suggest. Oxford have dropped down from the Championship. Stevenage are scrapping to climb. Two clubs moving in opposite directions, and that tension makes this one genuinely fascinating.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Oxford will simply walk this one. Yes, they spent last season competing against Championship opposition. But that league experience is a double-edged sword. They've had to rebuild their identity for this division, and their opening day draw at home to Milton Keynes Dons showed they're still finding their feet.
Here's what you need to watch for: the head-to-head record between these two sides leans heavily towards Oxford. Looking back through their recent history, Oxford have been dominant, including a convincing 3-1 win at the Lamex in September 2023. Stevenage fans haven't forgotten that one. Home advantage here matters, though, and Stevenage showed real grit last season, going on a remarkable run that included back-to-back wins over Barnsley and Blackpool in the run-in.
The man to watch for Stevenage is J. Reid. Fourteen goals in 46 games last season makes him the focal point of everything they do going forward. If Reid gets service, he's a constant threat. H. White's creative work from midfield will be crucial in unlocking Oxford's backline. Oxford, interestingly, arrive here with no scoring or assist data yet registered this season beyond their opening draw, which tells me they're still searching for their League One rhythm.
Here's a surprising stat that casual observers will miss entirely. Stevenage's defence, marshalled by C. Piergianni and C. Goode, accumulated 11 yellow cards each last season. That's an aggressive, physical backline. Against an Oxford side that likes to move the ball quickly, expect some feisty early challenges. The referee's card count could become very relevant, and the cards market is worth a serious look.
The odds have Stevenage as narrow favourites at 2.34. I think that's genuinely fair value. Oxford at 3.05 feels slightly too short for a side still adjusting to this level. My bold prediction: Reid scores before the hour mark, Stevenage keep things tight, and the home crowd pulls them over the line. Stevenage 2-1 Oxford United.
Saturday evening under the lights at the Lamex. A fired-up home crowd, a point to prove, and a striker with a chip on his shoulder. Football doesn't get much better than this.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Roberts | England | 32 | Midfielder | 185 | 81 |
| T. Vancooten | Guyana | 28 | Defender | 185 | 78 |
| L. James-Wildin | Antigua and Barbuda | 28 | Defender | 178 | 75 |
| C. Piergianni | England | 34 | Defender | 185 | 85 |
| L. Thompson | Wales | 31 | Midfielder | 180 | 75 |
| J. Magennis | Northern Ireland | 36 | Attacker | 188 | 92 |
| D. Butler | England | 32 | Defender | 175 | 75 |
| J. Reid | Northern Ireland | 32 | Attacker | 181 | 74 |
| L. Freestone | England | 26 | Defender | 187 | 64 |
| D. Kemp | England | 27 | Midfielder | 168 | 63 |
| P. Patterson | Scotland | 25 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 70 kg |
| F. Marschall | England | 23 | Goalkeeper | 195 cm | 87 kg |
| T. Taylor | Wales | 25 | Midfielder | 183 | 71 |
| D. Phillips | Trinidad and Tobago | 25 | Midfielder | 175 | 70 |
| D. Barden | Wales | 25 | Goalkeeper | 195 | n/a |
| S. Earley | England | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| O. Sanderson | England | 22 | Attacker | 183 | n/a |
| J. Pattenden | England | 24 | Defender | 173 | n/a |
| Joe Knight | England | 20 | Midfielder | 164 | n/a |
| J. Taylor | England | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Cumming | England | 26 | Goalkeeper | 186 | 79 |
| M. Harris | Wales | 27 | Attacker | 182 | 75 |
| P. Kioso | Congo DR | 27 | Defender | 183 | 70 |
| S. Dembélé | Scotland | 29 | Midfielder | 173 | 67 |
| S. Eastwood | England | 37 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 90 |
| S. Long | England | 31 | Defender | 180 | 75 |
| C. Brannagan | England | 30 | Midfielder | 180 | 71 |
| M. Helik | Poland | 30 | Defender | 191 | 80 |
| C. Brown | Northern Ireland | 28 | Defender | 185 | 76 |
| L. Sibley | England | 24 | Midfielder | 180 | 74 |
| T. Goodrham | England | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Emakhu | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Midfielder | 180 | 70 |
| B. Spencer | Northern Ireland | 22 | Defender | 182 | 75 |
| G. O'Donkor | England | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| J. Currie | England | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Jamie Carson McDonnell | Northern Ireland | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| J. Golding | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Defender | 188 | n/a |
| A. Elliott-Wheeler | England | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| L. Snowden | England | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| H. Bradney | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Stevenage vs Oxford United match odds
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