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·7 February 2026

Coventry frustrated as Oxford finish with ten men

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Coventry City 0-0 Oxford United, a stalemate that keeps Coventry top of the Championship while Oxford remain 23rd.

Early on, Jamie Cumming saved sharply from Haji Wright and then Tatsuhiro Sakamoto, as the hosts seized territory and pinned Oxford back.

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Cumming made six saves. Michał Helik anchored a disciplined back line that repeatedly cleared their lines under pressure.

In the 77th minute, Will Lankshear received a second yellow and was sent off. Ellis Simms then headed wide (88.) as Coventry chased a late winner.

The fourth official indicated eight minutes of second half stoppage time, with the hosts forcing late corners but finding no way through.

Coventry registered 24 attempts and 73.8% possession, as well as 10 corners. Oxford United produced four attempts and failed to record a shot on target.

Next, Coventry host Middlesbrough. Oxford United welcome Norwich.

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