31
21:32
The Gunners remain at 0 shots on goal. A sign of the successful defense work by Oxford United, who, on the other hand, already have an attempt to complete the game.
27
21:29
Saka tries to dribble his way half right through the opponent’s 16. But he always has several yellow cards that annoy the offensive star and leave no room.
24
21:25
Again Fábio Vieira loses the ball in his own development game. Matty Taylor takes the ball to Cameron Brannagan, who tries a flat, long-range shot from over 25 yards. But the shot attempt is blocked by an Arsenal player.
21
21:22
The home fans of the third division team are extremely satisfied with their team’s game and celebrate every duel their team wins. It is precisely with this intensity that they want to fight their way into this game.
19
21:20
The “Yellows” are doing very well so far! They make the space for Arsenal’s star offensive very narrow and always play with a very high and concentrated pressing.
16
21:17
Arsenal’s first orderly attack! Viera switches to the right to Saka, who serves the overflowing Tomiyasu. The Japanese flanks the ball flat against the first post from the baseline. Keeper Ed McGinty catches the ball safely.
13.
21:15
Drying your hands for the throw-in was almost worth it! Tierney’s wide throw-in cross sails dangerously right through the opposing 16s. His team-mates can’t control the ball, so Oxford clears the scene.
11.
21:12
Fábio Vieira is allowed two corner kicks in a row into the Oxford penalty area, but the physically robust Oxford defenders head the balls confidently out of harm’s way.
9.
21:10
The “Yellows” try to close behind, but Bukayo Saka smashes past his opponent on the right side of the baseline with his enormous speed. But the referee evaluates the subsequent duel as an offensive foul and prevents a possible goal chance.
8th.
21:08
Winger Josh Murphy picks up speed on the right and then crosses high at the far post. But Matt Turner is there and plucks the ball down.
6.
21:07
Both teams start cautiously and try to gain possession of the ball. Oxford doesn’t hide and keep the Gunners players busy.
3.
21:05
Fábio Vieira with a first careless pass just before his own 16. Marcus McGuane splashes in between, but can no longer fully control the ball. Keeper Matt Turner can pick up the ball.
1.
21:00
Let’s start at Kassam Stadium!
20:56
Between 1985 and 1988, Oxford United and Arsenal FC met a total of six times in the Premier League. Once “The Yellow’s” could win against the Londoners. In the years that followed, Oxford’s relegation years began and they were passed through to the fifth tier.
20:46
Oxford United, on the other hand, have only made two changes from their league game against Exeter City, which they lost 1-0. For Yanic Wildschut and Tyler Goodrham, Billy Bodin and Josh Murphy, known from Norwich City, will start on the flanks.
20:43
To prevent that from happening again, Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta is letting a very strong first team out on the pitch today. With Bukayo Saka, Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Martinelli there are only three players from the Newcastle game in the starting eleven, but Arteta plays to the great depth of the squad and changes the defense and midfield completely.
20:39
Arsenal FC should still remember the last cup game well. Shortly before the World Cup break, Brighton Hove Albion waited in the third round of the League Cup. But at home in the Emirates, the Seagulls turned the game around and won 3-1 in the end.
20:31
Arsenal may be warned, but Mikel Arteta’s side continue to be the benchmark in English football. They are enthroned in first place in the league with a five-point gap and always impress with their technically strong game. Just under a week ago, the Gunners started the new year with a draw in the top game against Newcastle United. There they played very dominantly as usual, but there were no clear conclusions.
20:23
The third-tier side made their name in the English football world four years ago when they advanced to the quarter-finals of the League Cup. There the terminus was called Manchester City. In recent seasons, “The U’s” have often been able to impressively demonstrate their suitability for the cup. In the league, on the other hand, things are only average: Coach Karl Robinson’s team is bobbing around in the lower midfield in 15th place. The anticipation of this highlight in the area surrounding the city north-east of London is correspondingly high.
20:17
It’s the highlight game of the season for Oxford United! The traditional third division club from the university town usually plays against Plymouth, Shrewsbury or Port Vale in League One. But today, with Arsenal FC, a completely different challenge awaits the club, which was founded in 1893. The Yellow-Blues have already welcomed a Premier League representative in the League Cup. Crystal Palace ended up winning 2-0 at Oxford’s Kassam Stadium.
20:01
Good evening and welcome to the 3rd round of the FA Cup! Third division side Oxford United will face Premier League leaders Arsenal. It starts at 9:00 p.m.