Pep Clotet takes charge of his first league match with the U’s. Will it be a dream start for the new gaffer?
Oldham Athletic Team News:
Latics will welcome back Tope Obadeyi and Courtney Duffus to the squad after missing Tuesday night`s friendly against a Manchester United XI.
Darius Osei will the only player missing following a hamstring injury.
Player to watch: Ben Wilson
24 year old Ben signed a loan contract from Cardiff just 24 hours ago and has played 45 minutes in a preseason match
Oxford United Team News:
Charlie Raglan and Kane Hemmings have picked up injuries and won’t be risked. While James Henry, Jack Payne, Dwight Tiendalli, Michael Williamson, Xemi and Ricardinho might make their debuts
Player to watch: Wes Thomas
The U’s main striker will look to get his Oxford career back on track after an injury hit first season.
Match Facts & Stats
Full name
Oldham Athletic Association Football Club
Nickname
Latics
Founded
1895; 122 years ago, as Pine Villa F.C.
Ground
Boundary Park
Capacity
13,512
Chairman
Simon Corney
Manager
John Sheridan
Match Prediction:
Oldham 0 Oxford 2
Scorers: Henry and Thomas
Next Fixtures:
Tuesday 8th August
EFL Cup
Oxford United v Cheltenham Town
19:45
