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Oxford City vs Buxton Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 28-08-2026
Aug 2818:45
Match Prediction
Expected score: Oxford City 1-0 Buxton
Oxford CityDrawBuxton
Over 2.5 goalsYes (51%)
Both teams to scoreYes (51%)
As Oxford City prepares to host Buxton at the RAW Charging Stadium, fans can expect a clash that covers contrasting fortunes in the National League North. With Oxford currently sitting second in the league, their form and home advantage suggest a promising match ahead.
Team form
Oxford City
Oxford City is off to a strong start this season, maintaining an unbeaten record through their first four matches. Their recent form includes a decisive 4-1 victory over Spennymoor Town followed by a solid 1-0 win at Spalding United. These performances reflect their ability to score while being defensively resolute. They have scored 7 goals and conceded just 2 this season, averaging 1.75 goals thrown into the mix while only conceding 0.5, showcasing their prowess both offensively and defensively. This builds a feeling of optimism among the home crowd, as they feel more than capable of claiming another victory.
Buxton
Buxton currently occupies the 14th spot in the league, experiencing mixed results with 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 losses. Their performance has been inconsistent, especially coming off two consecutive losses against Hebburn Town and Bedford Town. With 5 goals scored and 6 conceded across four matches, their defensive line is showing weaknesses, raising concerns for their upcoming match. On average, Buxton has managed 1.25 goals per game while conceding 1.5, highlighting a need for improvement as they struggle to convert opportunities into solid results.
Head-to-head
The recent head-to-head record demonstrates a competitive rivalry. In the last four meetings, Oxford City has edged past Buxton with two wins, while Buxton has recorded two victories, including a remarkable 7-0 thrashing in March 2025. Most recently, Oxford claimed a narrow 2-1 victory back in January 2026 and the anticipation is that they will capitalize on their home ground advantage, especially with the resilient form they’ve shown this season.
Key factors
Key to Oxford City's strength lies in their defense and efficiency in front of goal. With the home crowd expected to wag their faith throughout the match, their account of gathering three points seems high with current top scorer opportunities having blossomed in recent matches. Meanwhile, Buxton needs to address their defensive vulnerabilities to prevent Oxford from exploiting these gaps. This proves crucial as they will be up against a side that has clearly showcased their capacity to both control possession and create scoring chances well.
Prediction
Oxford City's high-scoring presence at home and solid defensive statistics present a potent recipe for potential success against Buxton. Coupling their recent achievements with their favorable head-to-head history at home, it suggests a higher likelihood of a favorable result. Contrastingly, Buxton's defensive issues make for worries, creating an uphill battle to find goals and earn points in front of Oxford's energized crowd. With expected goals tilting In favor of the home side amid the competitive nature of this matchup, it lends further credibility to Oxford City stepping clearly towards another victory.
As both teams gear up for this enticing contest, the weight of analysis points to an Oxford City win, buoyed by their current form and home setting.
Match info
Tournaments:
National League - North(National League North - 5)
Referee:
No information
Stadium
RAW Charging Stadium, Oxford
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Oxford City
W
D
W
W
L
Buxton
L
L
D
W
W
Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Chester | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2 |  Oxford City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 3 |  Hebburn Town | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 4 |  Macclesfield | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 5 |  South Shields | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 6 |  Hereford | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 7 |  Harborough Town | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| 8 |  Scarborough Athletic | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 9 |  Chorley | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 10 |  Worksop Town | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 11 |  Southport | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 12 |  Merthyr Town | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 13 |  Spalding United | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 14 |  Buxton | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 15 |  Brackley Town | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 16 |  King's Lynn Town | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 17 |  Spennymoor Town | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 18 |  Marine | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Darlington 1883 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 20 |  Bedford Town | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 21 |  Radcliffe | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 22 |  AFC Telford United | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 23 |  Hednesford Town | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 24 |  Morecambe | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
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