Stoke City return to home soil to face Oxford United at 9:00 PM Feb 25, 2026 in what could be a turning point in their Championship campaign.

Stoke City enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 3 wins from their last 5 matches. Oxford United will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Stoke City hold the edge with 2 wins to Oxford United's 1 in 6 meetings. 3 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Stoke City edged it 0-3.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. Stoke City may hold the edge at Bet365 Stadium, but Oxford United's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.