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Marking their return to the Championship after a gap of 26 years, Oxford United face Norwich in Saturday's fixture at the Kassam Stadium.
The U's defeated Bolton Wanderers 2-0 in the 2024 League One play-off final, while the Canaries enter the new season under new boss Johannes Hoff Thorup.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
Oxford United vs Norwich kick-off time & stadium
| Date: | August 10, 2024 |
| Kick-off time: | 7:30 am EST |
| Venue: | Kassam Stadium |
The Championship match between Oxford United and Norwich will be played at the Kassam Stadium in Oxford, England.
It will kick off at 7:30 am EST on Saturday, August 10, in the United States (US).
How to watch Oxford United vs Norwich online - TV channels & live streams
In the US, the Championship match between Oxford United and Norwich will be broadcast live on TV on Paramount+.
Check out GOAL's Live Match for updates.
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Team news & squads
Oxford United team news
Oxford boss Des Buckingham is likely to try out the likes of new arrivals Louie Sibley and Malcolm Ebiowei, though the duo may not be handed starts.
With Will Vaulks introduced in midfield, Mark Harris is tipped to lead the line of attack.
Oxford United possible XI: Cumming; Kioso, Moore, Brown, Bennett; Vaulks, Brannagan, Rodrigues; Goodrham, Harris, Placheta.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Cumming, Eastwood |
| Defenders: | Long, Brown, Moore, Bennett, Kioso, Golding, Leigh, Thorniley, Currie |
| Midfielders: | Vaulks, McEachran, Sibley, Brannagan, Phillips, Dale, McGuane, Edwards, Goodrham, El Mizouni |
| Forwards: | Harris, Goodwin, Rodrigues, Woltman, O'Donkor, Placheta, Ebiowei |
Norwich team news
Manchester City loanee Callum Doyle is in contention for his Norwich debut in defense, while Jonathan Rowe would be considered in attack despite talks of a move away from the club.
With Jacob Sorensen possibly utilised at the back, Shane Duffy may need to start on the bench.
American forward Josh Sargent should feature in the XI.
Norwich possible XI: Gunn; Stacey, Hanley, Sorensen, Chrisene; McLean, Gibbs, Nunez; Sainz, Sargent, Rowe.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Gunn, Long, Mair, Barden |
| Defenders: | Stacey, Duffy, Hanley, Doyle, Chrisene, Cordoba, Fisher, Hills, Warner, Tomkinson |
| Midfielders: | Gibbs, Fassnacht, Sorensen, McLean, Hernandez, Nunez, Springett |
| Forwards: | Sainz, Sargent, Barnes, Idah, Rowe, Kamara, Aboh |
Head-to-Head Record
The following is the head-to-head record of the last five meetings between Oxford United and Norwich across all competitions.
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| April 24, 1999 | Oxford United 2-4 Norwich City | Championship |
| November 29, 1998 | Norwich City 1-3 Oxford United | Championship |
| March 28, 1998 | Oxford United 2-0 Norwich City | Championship |
| November 22, 1997 | Norwich City 2-1 Oxford United | Championship |
| March 31, 1997 | Norwich City 1-1 Oxford United | Championship |