Player ratings from Oxford United's 3-1 win at Walsall.
SIMON EASTWOOD
Caught plenty of crosses, but had a couple of nervy moments 6.5
SAM LONG
Solid afternoon, where his highlight was the assist for the second goal 7
CURTIS NELSON
Culpable for Walsall’s goal, but stood out in the second half bombardment 7.5
ROB DICKIE
Scored and got to grips with Cook after a shaky start 8
JOSH RUFFELS
Typically unflashy, dependable display in a strong defensive effort 7
AHMED KASHI
Dived in too often, but his popularity will climb for the bizarre manner of his dismissal. SENT OFF 6
CAMERON BRANNAGAN
Excellent again. Tireless running and quality on the ball. MAN OF THE MATCH 8
MARCUS BROWNE
May feel hard done by, but invited trouble with the challenge. SENT OFF 5.5
Also read: U's boss sympathises with Marcus Browne over dismissal
JAMES HENRY
Stood up when the U’s were down to ten men. Ran his socks off 6.5
LUKE GARBUTT
Gradually winning fans over. Made one goal and scored another 7.5
JAMIE MACKIE
Led the line superbly, used all his nous after the red card 7.5
SUBSTITUTES
Gavin Whyte (Henry 77)
John Mousinho (Kashi 83)
Jerome Sinclair (Mackie 83)
Unused subs: Stevens, Hanson, Sykes, Graham
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