Oxford United vs Sunderland Highlights and Post-Match Analysis

FA Cup

2:00 PMFebruary 15, 2026

Round of 32

Oxford United

Show Score

0 – 1

HT:(0 – 1)

Sunderland*

Kassam Stadium

Referee: Thomas Kirk, England

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How did the teams perform?

Oxford United

World Class
0


Solid
0


Bang Average
0


Lucky
0


Shocking
0

0
Total Votes

Sunderland

World Class
0


Solid
0


Bang Average
0


Lucky
0


Shocking
0

Match Stats
Lineups
Head-2-Head
Standings

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Match Stats

Ball possession

47%

53%

0.00

Expected goals (xG)

0.00

0.00

Goals Prevented

0.00

Attack

11

Total shots

17

3

Shots on target

9

4

Shots off target

6

4

Blocked shots

2

7

Shots inside box

9

4

Shots outside box

8

5

Corner kicks

5

1

Offsides

1

Passing

333

Total passes

386

251 (75%)

Accurate passes

320 (83%)

Discipline

18

Fouls

11

2

Yellow cards

5

0

Red cards

0

8

Goalkeeper saves

3

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Lineup

Oxford United

4-2-3-1

21
G

Matt Ingram



7.9

26
D

Jack Currie



6.3

3
D

Ciaron Brown



7.2

37
D

Christ Makosso



6.7

15
D

Brodie Spencer



6.2

8
M

Cameron Brannagan (C)


62′ Tripping



6.9

4
M

Will Vaulks


40′ Unsportsmanlike conduct



8.3

32
M

Jin-woo Jeon



6.2

33
M

Jamie Donley



5.9

17
M

Stanley Mills



6.2

27
F

Will Lankshear



6.0

Substitutes

1
G

Jamie Cumming

2
D

Sam Long

12
F

Ruben Roosken


82′ Replaced by J. Currie



6.7

7
M

Przemysław Płacheta


82′ Replaced by S. Mills



6.7

38
M

Jamie McDonnell


65′ Replaced by C. Brannagan



6.9

5
M

Yunus Konak

9
F

Mark Harris

10
F

Aidomo Emakhu


65′ Replaced by Jeon Jin-Woo



6.3

11
F

Ole Romeny


65′ Replaced by J. Donley



6.7

Coach

Matt Bloomfield

Sunderland

4-1-4-1

22
G

Robin Roefs



7.3

3
D

Dennis Cirkin



7.3

13
D

Luke O'Nien (C)


68′ Unsportsmanlike conduct



8.3

20
D

Nordi Mukiele



7.2

32
D

Trai Hume


36′ Foul



7.3

6
M

Lutsharel Geertruida



6.9

14
M

Romaine Mundle



7.9

28
M

Enzo Le Fée


33′ Roughing



7.5

19
M

Habib Diarra

32′


6.9

7
M

Chemsdine Talbi



6.9

18
F

Wilson Isidor


50′ Unsportsmanlike conduct



6.2

Substitutes

31
G

Melker Ellborg

51
D

Jenson Jones

53
M

Jack Whittaker

27
M

Noah Sadiki


90+3′
Foul


64′ Replaced by H. Diarra



6.9

37
F

Jocelin Ta Bi


81′ Replaced by C. Talbi



6.7

11
M

Chris Rigg

9
F

Brian Brobbey

12
F

Eliezer Mayenda


64′ Replaced by W. Isidor



6.3

10
F

Nilson Angulo

Coach

Regis Le Bris

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Sunderland edged past Oxford United with a 1-0 victory in a tense FA Cup encounter, courtesy of Habib Diarra’s first-half penalty.

Sunderland secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Oxford United in a tightly contested FA Cup clash at Kassam Stadium. Habib Diarra’s first-half penalty proved the decisive moment for the visitors.

For Oxford United, this FA Cup tie represented a prime chance to upset higher-league opposition and ignite a memorable cup run. Sunderland, aiming for progress in the prestigious competition, arrived determined to avoid a potential giant-killing. The atmosphere promised a classic cup encounter.

The early exchanges were cagey, with both sides testing each other’s defenses. Oxford United showed early intent, pushing forward with energy. However, they struggled to create clear-cut chances against a well-organized Sunderland.

Sunderland gradually asserted control, particularly in midfield, building pressure on the home side. Their attacking efforts began to yield opportunities, keeping Oxford’s defense alert.

The breakthrough arrived in the 32nd minute when Sunderland was awarded a penalty. Habib Diarra stepped up confidently and slotted the ball past Matt Ingram, giving the Black Cats a crucial lead.

Immediately after the goal, the game intensified. A flurry of yellow cards followed, with Enzo Le Fée and Trai Hume cautioned for Sunderland. Oxford’s Will Vaulks also saw yellow for unsportsmanlike conduct before the break.

At half-time, Oxford United faced a challenging task, needing to find an equalizer and inject more attacking menace into their play. Sunderland, meanwhile, aimed to solidify their lead and control the second half.

The second half began with Oxford pushing harder for an equalizer, creating more urgent attacks. However, Sunderland’s defense held firm, thwarting their efforts effectively.

Managers turned to their benches around the 64th minute to inject fresh impetus. Sunderland brought on Nectarios Sadiki and Eliezer Mayenda. Oxford responded swiftly, introducing Jayden McDonnell and Aaron Emakhu, among others, a minute later.

Despite Oxford’s increased urgency, clear goal-scoring opportunities remained scarce. Sunderland absorbed the pressure well, often looking dangerous on the counter. Oxford’s Matt Ingram made 8 crucial saves to keep his team in the contest.

The match remained a physical affair throughout. Further yellow cards were issued, including to Sunderland’s Luke O’Nien and Oxford’s Mark Bloomfield. Sunderland managed the game expertly to preserve their slender advantage until the final whistle.

Sunderland dominated the statistics, registering 17 total shots with 9 on target compared to Oxford’s 11 shots and just 3 on target. They also held 53% possession, reflecting their control, despite both sides recording low expected goals (xG).

This hard-fought victory sends Sunderland into the next round of the FA Cup, keeping their cup dreams alive. Oxford United fought valiantly but ultimately exited the competition at the Kassam Stadium.

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