Oxford United vs Wycombe
England- League One- Play-Offs
Date: Monday, 13 July 2020
Kick-Off at 19:30 UK/ 20:30 CET
Venue: Wembley Stadium (London)
Match preview
Given the fact that Oxford and Wycombe are scheduled to face each other in the regular season before the lockdown that went into effect, it only seems right that the two clubs are now able to meet on the biggest stage of them all.
Oxford and Portsmouth could not be separated after 120 grueling minutes of football in the second leg of the playoff semi-finals, with U goalkeeper Simon Eastwood hero after he saved hours of Cameron McGeehan oxford set on their way to a 5-4 shootout victory and paved the way for the route to Wembley ,
Karl Robinson admitted post-match that the lack of support has an effect on the crisis midfielder coronavirus, and it remains to be seen how an empty Wembley Stadium will affect both sides as players prepare for one of the most important games of their careers.
Oxford will now be aiming to reach the second level for the first time since the 1998-99 season, and the recent form of man Robinson is certainly a reason for optimism as U now has tasted victory in six of their last seven games.
Having played one game fewer than their playoff final opponent when the season is limited, overtaking Wycombe Oxford in the table on the basis of points per game to finish third in the regular season.
revised league table continues little significance now, though, and Wycombe will strive to build their comfortable semi-final win over Fleetwood when they step out onto the Wembley turf for the fifth time in their history.
Boasting a 4-1 lead from the first leg, Chairboys not have a second meeting of the plain-sailing with Joey Barton Fleetwood, but a 2-2 draw was enough for Wycombe to book their place in the final Monday.
Fred Onyedinma double bagged to hand Gareth Ainsworth at night, and Wycombe will now seek to achieve promotion to the Championship for the first time in club history.
By his own admission, claims Ainsworth that Wycombe is an underdog heading into the final Monday, though it should be an additional incentive for Chairboys to play without fear and enjoy their time at the home of English football - although behind closed doors.
However, Oxford enjoyed a 1-0 win over Wycombe when the parties clashed earlier in the campaign, and U also has won four of the last five meetings with their Wembley opponents.
News Team
Oxford
With no fresh injury worries for the trip to Wembley, Karl Robinson could name the same side that started the penalty shoot-out victory against Portsmouth Oxford in the second leg on Monday.
Wycombe
Wycombe also may be unchanged from the 2-2 draw in their second leg against Fleetwood Town, although Gareth Ainsworth may be tempted to bring experienced Adebayo Akinfenwa into the starting line-up.
Match Facts
There are more than 2.5 goals in the last 4 games Wycombe (League One).
Oxford have won their last three home games against Wycombe in all competitions
Oxford unbeaten in their last 7 games (League One).
Oxford United vs Wycombe: Predictions
Wycombe opposition has lost twice in summer 2019. In fact, they have not won in any competitive head to head since December 2015. Also, Yellow has a much better attack and defense of the Blues. Solely based on the previous history between the two sides of my support team from Oxford to win this match.
The Yellows have conceded in the second leg of the semifinal play-off but managed to get the extra goal to qualify. This habit gives a silly goal could hurt them at Wembley on Monday. The visitors were also shown problems in their back line. Similar to oxford they also conceded a lot in the second leg playoff. They also have a goal difference the smallest among the top five teams in the table. So we can expect the final score with a goal of both.
Oxford United vs Wycombe: Betting Tips
Oxford United to win @ 1.50 (1/2).
Both teams scored @ 1.95 (10/11).
