Matchday: Birmingham City v Oxford United - Aug 24

[BluZ]

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Opposition Focus: Oxford United​

Championship Round 3 – Sun, August 24 | St. Andrews @ Knighthead Park


Birmingham face Oxford United, who head into the new campaign looking to build after surviving a relegation battle last season, finishing 17th in the Championship.

Summer Business​

Oxford have strengthened their squad with several new arrivals:

• Brodie Spencer – versatile defender from Huddersfield Town
• Brian De Keersmaecker – energetic midfielder from Heracles Almelo
• Luke Harris – attacking midfielder on loan from Fulham
• Nik Prelec – striker expected to join on loan from Cagliari

Key Players​

• Mark Harris – captain and last season’s top scorer, vital up front
• Luke Harris – creative spark in midfield
• Brodie Spencer – adds defensive stability
• Brian De Keersmaecker – brings bite and energy in midfield

Context​

After narrowly avoiding the drop, Oxford know they must start strongly. Their summer business shows real intent, adding creativity, energy, and depth across the pitch. With new faces bedding in alongside Harris, they’ll be hoping to steer well clear of another relegation scrap.

Score and Team Prediction​

What’s your score and team prediction for the Oxford game? Share your thoughts below

 

[BluZ]

Here we go again. Another home game and another one sold out. Unfortunatly I won't be watching live as I have to work, so I am hoping I can avoid the score until the full match replay drops. Which I believe are being released quicker than before.

I wonder if Cochrane gets a rest after taking a knock during the Blackburn game?

 

[kiwipete]

I'm sure Cochrane will be left out of this one and given good rest and recovery time.
I thought the idea of loaning Cashin was as a left sided centre back initially but secondary cover for left back, yet when Cochrane went off CD decided to play Laird out of position (Laird played a fantastic game, all the same.) I suppose we revert to the plentiful saying at the moment
"In Chris Davies we trust"

I'm opting for a comfortable 3-0 win