Oxford United vs West Bromwich Albion: match statistics
This match shapes up to be a very tightly contested clash between two teams at the bottom of the table, sitting in 23rd and 22nd place respectively. Oxford United is in disastrous form with just 0.4 points per game in their last five outings and zero wins, though they perform slightly better at their own stadium with a 19% win rate and 38% draw rate. West Bromwich Albion is also in crisis, earning only 0.6 points per game in their last five matches, and their away record is alarming—71% losses and only 18% wins. Both teams possess similar scoring metrics (approximately 0.8 goals per game) and xG, suggesting little advantage for either side. Given the poor form of both squads, Oxford's high draw percentage at home (38%), and the fact that both often struggle to score, a draw appears the most likely outcome.
Oxford United vs West Bromwich Albion: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Oxford United played against West Bromwich Albion in Championship (England). The game was played on February 28, 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Recent form
Oxford United has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.40 points per game. West Bromwich Albion has 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses, with 0.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Oxford United scores 0.85 goals per game and allows 1.35. West Bromwich Albion scores 0.97 and allows 1.47. Games in this league average 2.60 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 53% of Oxford United's games and 53% of West Bromwich Albion's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 47%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 51% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
West Bromwich Albion has the higher season xG average, 1.43 to 1.25 per game. Oxford United takes 11.7 shots per game, while West Bromwich Albion takes 13.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Oxford United leads at halftime in 24% of its games and scores 0.26 goals per game after halftime. West Bromwich Albion leads at halftime in 26% and scores 0.56 after halftime.
When the teams score
Oxford United's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (7 goals). For West Bromwich Albion, it is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.60 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 51% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
This match shapes up to be a very tightly contested clash between two teams at the bottom of the table, sitting in 23rd and 22nd place respectively. Oxford United is in disastrous form with just 0.4 points per game in their last five outings and zero wins, though they perform slightly better at their own stadium with a 19% win rate and 38% draw rate. West Bromwich Albion is also in crisis, earning only 0.6 points per game in their last five matches, and their away record is alarming—71% losses and only 18% wins. Both teams possess similar scoring metrics (approximately 0.8 goals per game) and xG, suggesting little advantage for either side. Given the poor form of both squads, Oxford's high draw percentage at home (38%), and the fact that both often struggle to score, a draw appears the most likely outcome.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Oxford United | West Bromwich Albion | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 27% | 29% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.26 | 0.25 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
West Bromwich Albion is 50% better for: last-5 form.
0.4 pts / game - Oxford United · 0.6 pts / game - West Bromwich Albion
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
West Bromwich Albion is 14% better for: goals scored per game.
0.85 goals / game - Oxford United · 0.97 goals / game - West Bromwich Albion
Oxford United is 9% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.35 goals / game - Oxford United · 1.47 goals / game - West Bromwich Albion
Oxford United scores in 56% of games (19 of 34 meczów), while West Bromwich Albion keeps a clean sheet in 21% (7 of 34 meczów).
West Bromwich Albion scores in 65% of games (22 of 34 meczów), while Oxford United keeps a clean sheet in 18% (6 of 34 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Oxford United
Over / Under - West Bromwich Albion
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
West Bromwich Albion is 8% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.09 pts / game - Oxford United · 1.18 pts / game - West Bromwich Albion
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Oxford United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 18%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
West Bromwich Albion - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 26%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 100% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 0.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 100% |
| Goal difference | -3 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (7 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Oxford United
West Bromwich Albion
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Championship).
Teams vs league
| Oxford United | Liga | West Bromwich Albion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.21 | 2.60 | ▼ 2.44 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 53% | 56% | ▼ 53% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 50% | 51% | ▼ 47% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 18% | 25% | ▼ 21% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 76% | 71% | ▲ 74% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 62% | 78% | ▼ 76% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Oxford United's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against West Bromwich Albion. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Oxford United vs West Bromwich Albion?
The Championship match finished Oxford United 2:1 West Bromwich Albion. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Oxford United vs West Bromwich Albion?
Oxford United score 0.85 goals per game on average and West Bromwich Albion 0.97. The Championship average is 2.60 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 51% of games. Both teams score in 53% of Oxford United's matches and 53% of West Bromwich Albion's.
What form are Oxford United and West Bromwich Albion in?
Over the last 5 games Oxford United have a 0-2-3 record (0.40 points per game) and West Bromwich Albion 0-3-2 (0.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Oxford United vs West Bromwich Albion?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.