Oxford United host Cheltenham Town at Kassam Stadium, Oxford, Oxfordshire today at 8:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 6 points in the EFL Trophy South – Group A, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Oxford United come into this fixture in mixed form (0W 0D 1L). Cheltenham Town, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Oxford United head into this on the back of a defeat, while Cheltenham Town arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Oxford United and Cheltenham Town have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (3W–3D–4W). Their last encounter ended in Oxford United won 2–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Oxford United a slight edge, but Cheltenham Town are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.