Preview & Prediction: Oxford United vs Luton Town

This fixture between Oxford United and Luton Town presents a contrasting narrative of form and performance. Oxford United comes into the game with a solid run, picking up 11 points from their last five matches and demonstrating strong home form by winning their last three matches at their own ground. They have been difficult to break down defensively, with three clean sheets in those five games, and they have scored in each of their last 10 home fixtures. Oxford United is showing strong momentum and should feel confident heading into this matchup.

On the other hand, Luton Town is struggling significantly. They have managed to earn only 1 point from their last five encounters, failing to secure a win during this period. Their issues in front of goal are notable, with goals only coming in two of the last five games. Given their poor away record, averaging only 0.31 points per game, Luton Town will face an uphill battle to turn things around in this fixture.

Historically, matches between these sides have been high-scoring affairs, averaging over four goals per game, with both teams scoring in every encounter. Despite Luton Town’s struggles, they have a slightly better historical record in head-to-head meetings, securing three wins to Oxford’s one.

However, considering the current form of both teams, Oxford United is likely to have the upper hand. Their defensive solidity, coupled with Luton Town’s recent attacking woes, suggests that the home side will be looking to capitalize on their current unbeaten streak. While goals have flown when these teams meet, Oxford’s improved defensive record might finally buck the trend of high-scoring games. Expect Oxford United to push for all three points as they aim to maintain their positive form.

Insights

• Oxford United is in strong form, with 11 points from their last 5 games and an average of 2.2 points per game.
• Oxford United has won their last 3 home games in a row and has scored in their last 10 home fixtures.
• Oxford United’s defense has been solid, with 3 clean sheets in the last 5 games and only 2 goals conceded in that span.
• Oxford United is on a 6-game unbeaten streak, winning 3 and drawing 2 of their latest fixtures.
• Both teams scoring (BTTS) has occurred in just 2 of the last 5 games for Oxford United.
• Luton Town has struggled, managing only 1 point in their last 5 games and failing to score in 3 of those games.
• Luton Town is currently on a 5-game winless streak with 4 losses and 1 draw.
• Both teams scoring (BTTS) has occurred in just 2 of Luton Town’s last 5 games.
• Oxford United averaged 1.79 points per game at home this season, Luton Town only 0.31 points per game on the road.
• Previous head-to-head encounters have seen Luton Town winning 3 out of 6 with 2 draws and Oxford winning 1.
• Matches between the two sides have historically been high-scoring, averaging 4.17 goals per game with 100% BTTS.

Match Facts

• In the last 5 home matches against Luton Town, Oxford United has achieved 1 victory, with 1 game ending as a draw and Luton Town winning 3 times. The goal difference leans towards Luton Town, who lead 7-6.
• Across the last 12 encounters between the two teams, Oxford United has managed 2 wins, 3 draws, while Luton Town secured 7 victories. The total goal tally is 23-15, favoring Luton Town.
• The last time Oxford United celebrated a home win against Luton Town was back in 2009.
• Luton Town is on a 4-match losing streak in the Championship.
• Luton Town has suffered defeat in their last 10 away matches in the Championship.
• Notably, Oxford United nets 31% of its goals between the 46th and 60th minutes, the highest percentage in the league.
• Luton Town scores 26% of its goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.
• Luton Town is on a 5-match consecutive losing streak.
• Luton Town has lost 11 consecutive away matches.
• Luton Town has received the most red cards in the Championship this season, totaling 5.
• Oxford United failed to score in only 1 of their 13 home matches in the Championship this season.
• Luton Town didn’t score in 6 out of their 13 away Championship games this season.
• This season, Luton Town’s away record stands at 1 win, 1 draw, and 11 losses.
• Mark Harris tops the scoring chart for Oxford United with 5 goals, while Carlton Morris has scored 7 times for Luton Town.
• Tyler Goodrham is Oxford United’s top assister with 3 assists, and Tom Krauss leads for Luton Town with 4 assists.
• Elliott Moore has accumulated the most yellow cards for Oxford United with 6; Jordan Clark leads for Luton Town with 8.
• Oxford United has scored in each of its last 6 matches.
• Luton Town has conceded in their last 11 matches.
• Oxford United wins the first half in 36% of matches, while Luton Town does so in 28%.
• In terms of halftime wins, Oxford United achieves victory 36% of the time, contrasting with Luton Town’s 28%.
• Their last clash ended in a 2-2 draw.
• Oxford United has a 61% win rate when leading 1-0 at home.
• Luton Town wins 22% of their matches when leading 1-0 away.
• Oxford United wins 20% of their games when trailing 0-1 at home.
• Luton Town never wins when down 1-0 away.
• Oxford United outperforms Luton Town in the Championship standings.
• Oxford United’s recent 5-match form is superior compared to Luton Town.
• Luton Town has only lost 1 of their last 5 encounters (across all competitions) against Oxford United.
• In their latest 5 meetings, Oxford United has 1 win, Luton Town 3 wins, and they have drawn once.
• Luton Town has not lost any of their last 3 Championship encounters with Oxford United.
• Oxford United has not secured a win in their last 3 Championship encounters with Luton Town.
• On average, Oxford United scores 1.8 goals per match against Luton Town, while Luton Town scores 2.4 against Oxford United.
• The average number of goals across meetings between these two teams is 4.2.
• The first half average goal count in matches between Oxford United and Luton Town is 1.6.
• Neither team claimed victory in their last Championship match.
• Both teams endured losses in their most recent matches.
• Oxford United averages 1.59 goals per home game, and Luton Town averages 1.07 goals in away matches.