Oxford Holds Firm Against Norwich's Relentless Pressure
Oxford United managed to hold Norwich City to a 1-1 draw despite facing relentless pressure throughout the match.
Norwich struck early, taking the lead in the 5th minute thanks to a well-executed goal by Sargent. However, their advantage was short-lived, as Oxford responded swiftly with an equalizer.
From that point on, Norwich dominated possession and created numerous chances, firing a total of 14 shots on target. Despite their attacking efforts, they were unable to find the winning goal, thanks to a combination of solid defending by Oxford and some crucial saves by their goalkeeper.
2024-25, England - Championship
Norwich City - Oxford 1:1 (1:1)
Goals: Sargent, 5 (1:0); Harris T., 18 (1:1)
Norwich City: Reyes V.; Doyle C.; Córdoba J.; Fisher K.; Stacey (Marcondes, 82); Sainz B.; Wright (Hernandez O., 72); Sørensen J.; Crnac (Schwartau, 82); Slimane A. (McLean, 63); Sargent
Bench: Barden; Duffy; McConville; Myles
Oxford: Cumming; Brown Ci.; Moore E.; ter Avest (Long S., 82); Helik; Vaulks; Płacheta (Rodrigues Rub., 63); Brannagan; Matos (El Mizouni, 82); Harris T. (Mills St., 88); Romeny (Phillips, 63)
Bench: Ingram M.; Kioso; Goodrham; Dembele S.
Yellow Cards: Moore E. 69; Brown Ci. 72
