Promising talent James Golding made a temporary departure from the club to join Maidenhead on loan, following a stint at York Road last season.
Manager Des Buckingham recently unveiled his 25-man squad for the upcoming campaign until January. With the addition of Edwards to the squad, the U’s found themselves with two senior players above the squad cap. As a result, goalkeeper Simon Eastwood was left out, along with full-back Joe Bennett who is set to be sidelined until the new year due to a hamstring injury.
Oxford made a triumphant return to league action, maintaining their winning home streak with a solid 1-0 victory over Stoke. Idris El Mizouni impressed by scoring his first goal for the U’s just after the restart.
Despite returning home unbeaten, Oxford dropped points for the first time in a goalless draw against Burnley. The team showcased a disciplined performance in the face of the Clarets’ attack, securing a hard-fought result.
