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
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
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the goals here
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
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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.
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