THE Oxford Mail player ratings for Oxford United's 3-1 win over Burton Albion at the Pirelli Stadium.

SIMON EASTWOOD

Comfortable under the high ball and kicking was flawless on his return - 7

SAM LONG

His best game of the season. Five assists in his last two visits to Burton - 8

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ELLIOTT MOORE

Headed, blocked and tackled everything that came his way. An immovable object - 9

JORDAN THORNILEY

Caught out a couple of times before the break, but did little else wrong - 7

STEVE SEDDON

Mistake for Burton’s goal was only sour note of a solid performance - 7

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JAMES HENRY

Linked the play brilliantly and kept his cool to score from the spot - 7.5

HERBIE KANE

Moved the ball quickly, but the way he regained possession stood out - 8

CAMERON BRANNAGAN

Yet another near-complete display. All that was missing was the goal. BOOKED - 9

MARK SYKES

Got in down the right several times before the break. In good form - 7

Craig Short: Matty Taylor was 'complete' centre forward at Burton

MATTY TAYLOR

Early goal, a constant threat and hold-up play was class. MAN OF THE MATCH - 9

NATHAN HOLLAND

When his belief is high, he glides across the pitch. Deserved his goal - 7.5

SUBSTITUTES

Gavin Whyte (for Sykes, 65)

Looked lively, one beautiful touch that had everyone purring - 7

Alex Gorrin (for Henry, 88)

Ryan Williams (for Holland, 88)

Unused: Plumley, Forde, Bodin, Agyei.

Substitutes who come on after the 75th minute do not get a rating.