Oxford United head for Bristol Rovers on Saturday looking to make it three wins in a week.
A last minute winner against Cambridge last Saturday was followed by a penalty shoot-out victory over Swansea on Tuesday to set up a Carabao Cup second round tie at home to Crystal Palace.
The U's look to turn a good week into a great one as they take on Joey Barton's newly-promoted Rovers.
TEAM NEWS
United boss Karl Robinson made eight changes to the side in midweek and told iFollow that several players had made strong claims for a starting place this weekend.
New signing Kyle Joseph goes straight into the squad after arriving on loan from Swansea City while Ed McGinty is likely to be on the bench after Jack Stevens joined Port Vale on a season-long loan last night.
The U's are still without Yanic Wilschut (hamstring) and Sam Baldock (thigh) and there are one or two further knocks and strains to assess after the first three games before the squad is finalised.
THE OPPOSITION
Rovers Boss Joey Barton is looking forward to facing old friend Karl Robinson again.
“We’ve got a fantastic record against Robbo as no doubt he’s aware of because I keep telling him all the time but he’s never managed to beat us in my time as a manager.
“It’s going to be a tricky game against a team that are a perennial play-off team in our division. They came up a little bit short in our division last season but Karl Robinson’s sides are always there or thereabouts so I think it will be a good benchmark for us.
“I’m looking forward to it. He’s a good friend, somebody who has always produced good teams and I think it will be a good benchmark for us.”
Rovers have captain Paul Coutts available again following suspension
TICKETS
Fans are reminded that the game kicks off at 12.30pm and is ALL TICKET with none available on the day
We are pleased to confirm that, because of the change of kick-off, the game will be available to stream on iFollow.
CLICK HERE to see the game online
Ticket details are as follows
Bristol Rovers Away
Saturday 13th August 12.30pm Kick Off
| Seating | Terrace | |
| Adults | £30 | £25 |
| Over 65 | £26 | £21 |
| 16-21 | £26 | £21 |
| Under 16 | £11 | £11 |
| Under 11 | £6 | £6 |
These are available on General Sale
- online from oufctickets.co.uk
- by phone (01865 337533)
- and in person
Wheelchair bays, Tickets are priced the same as seating age bands with a FREE Personal Assistant (Please note this is an uncovered area)
Ambulant Disabled pay the age relevant price class with a FREE Personal Assistant in both areas.
London Road Club Travel
Coaches will depart the Stadium at 9am prompt
Prices :
LRC Adult Member £18.00
LRC Under 18 Member £16.00
Adult Non Member £21.00
Under 18 Non Member £19.00
Visit www.oufctickets.co.uk or call 01865 337533 to book
Discounted LRC membership is available until 31 October at £5 for supporters who have purchased a 22/23 season ticket. The price after this time and for non-season ticket holders is £10.
Coach tickets are £3 cheaper for LRC members, so the membership soon pays for itself, even for occasional travellers.
For the safety and comfort of supporters, all those travelling are asked to abide by the rules which are:
• Under-14s must be accompanied by a responsible adult to travel on LRC transport.
• No alcohol is permitted on the coaches.
The London Road Club asks all supporters to have respect for their fellow passengers and will not tolerate any misbehaviour
SUPPORTERS GUIDE
The Oxford United Supporters Panel has produced this guide for travelling fans:
BristolRovers-1_220810_113206.pdf
WEATHER WARNING
The away terrace is open to the elements and with temperatures continuing to rise we ask all fans to take precautions; wear a hat, take sun block...
Supporters are advised to carry water and will be allowed into the ground for this game with their own plastic bottles, with the tops removed. No glass or metal bottles can be allowed for safety reasons.
Drinks will also be available for purchase from the usual outlets within the ground.
COLOURS
United will again be wearing their new yellow kit. CLICK HERE to get yours...
RAIL STRIKES
A further reminder that there will be rail strikes taking place tomorrow. The following services will be affected by the industrial action:
• Arriva Rail London
• Avanti West Coast
• Crosscountry
• Greater Anglia (including Stansted Express)
• Great Western
• Hull Trains
• LNER
• London Overground
• Southeastern
• West Midlands Trains
Some operators are still providing services. You can visit HERE for the latest information on running times and operators’ timetables.
SUPPORTERS GUIDE
The Oxford United Supporters Panel has produced this guide for travelling fans:
Bristol Rovers-away fans guide.pdf