Oxford United and Bristol City square off against each other in a highly-anticipated Championship clash. As the Robins are brimming with confidence following their brilliant FA Cup triumph, we predict a 2-1 away win. The U’s head into this game with a mixed record, having won just 20% of their last five matches. Oxford’s home form is slightly better, with 1.50 points per game and scoring 1.25 goals per match, but defensive frailties remain a concern, conceding 1.25 goals per home fixture and failing to keep a clean sheet in recent games. Doubts over Donley, Goodhram, and ter Avest could weaken their lineup, though confidence may be boosted after a narrow 2-1 FA Cup win over MK Dons.
Bristol City have been in a fine form, with the team hammering Watford 5-1 in the FA Cup. The Robins have won 50% of recent matches, averaging 1.80 goals per game, and are defensively solid, conceding just 1.00 goal per match. Injuries to Bird, McNally, Sykes, Vitek, and Williams may limit squad rotation but should not derail their attacking threat. Historically, meetings have been high-scoring, with 100% of past H2H fixtures seeing both teams score.
Considering Bristol City's superior form and sharper attack, punters from all around the globe can find value in betting on Away Win. Additionally, Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals markets seem appealing (H2H and recent games suggest a high-scoring encounter).
This Championship match will be played on Saturday 17 January 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Oxford United vs Bristol City prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Oxford United 1 - 2 Bristol City
Oxford United vs Bristol City Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Sinclair Armstrong @ 175 Odds
- To be booked: Ross McCrorie @ 200 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferOxford United Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwlld | 0.90 |
| Home | wlwl | 1.50 |
| Away | ldlld | 0.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 50% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.20 | 2.50 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 0.90 | 1.25 | 0.67 |
| Conceded | 1.30 | 1.25 | 1.33 |
| BTTS | 70% | 75% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 25% | 33% |
| Expected Goals | 1.40 | 1.68 | 1.22 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.62 | 1.53 | 1.68 |
Bristol City Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwlw | 1.60 |
| Home | dwwlw | 1.67 |
| Away | wlwl | 1.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 3.33 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 1.80 | 2.33 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 40% | 33% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Expected Goals | 1.60 | 1.69 | 1.47 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.39 | 1.31 | 1.51 |
Oxford United vs Bristol City Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Oxford United (33%)
6 Matches
Bristol City (50%)
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