Leicester City stunned at home as Oxford United seize precious away points | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Leicester City lost 2-1 to Oxford United. Sam Long put Oxford ahead in the fourth minute with a close-range finish from Ciaron Brown's headed pass. After the restart, Oxford struck on the break as Mark Harris netted what proved the winner (71.), before Abdul Fatawu pulled one back for the hosts (84.). The Foxes dominated the ball with 76.9% possession and forced 12 corners, but could not convert sustained pressure into chances, registering four shots on target from 13 attempts. The Foxes stay 14th in the Championship and host Charlton next, while Oxford remain 23rd and welcome Birmingham.

Player of the Match: Mark Harris decided the contest with the second goal and led Oxford's press, winning five possessions to relieve pressure and stretch the game.

Stat of the Match: Oxford United made 41 clearances, a snapshot of the disciplined back-line that protected Jamie Cumming's goal.

Three Things We Learned: An early opener gave Oxford the platform to sit compact and counter with purpose. Foxes control did not translate into end product, with 76.9% possession and 12 corners yielding only four shots on target. Abdul Fatawu was Leicester's sharpest outlet, producing three attempts with two on target and winning seven possessions.