Oxford United lost 2-1 during an away game against Stoke City on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, as the Oxfordshire-based club continues its fight to stay in the league.
The match took place at the Bet365 Stadium in front of a crowd of 20,153 people. Stoke City took the lead in the 36th minute with a goal from Lamine Cisse, but Oxford United defender Ciaron Brown levelled the score with a volley just before the half-time break.
Stoke secured the win in the second half when Jesurun Rak-Sakyi scored with a header in the 57th minute. The result leaves the team in 23rd place in the league table with 29 points, meaning they remain in the bottom three positions.
Head coach Matt Bloomfield brought on striker Nik Prelec as a substitute for his first appearance since signing a permanent contract with the club. Prelec, who had previously made 19 appearances while on loan from Cagliari, signed his permanent deal on 24 February 2026, the day before the match.
The team now turns its attention to another away game against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday. Players and staff are looking to improve their form to help the club move out of the relegation area.
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