Standout star keeps Oxford United level at Middlesbrough | OneFootball

Jamie Cumming set the tone in the 41st minute with a sharp low save, anchoring Oxford United's 0-0 draw at Middlesbrough.

He read the first half danger well, getting down to a close-range effort (41.). Moments later he tipped a rising strike over, keeping Boro frustrated before the break (42.).

After the restart he parried a high drive from the left side (46.). He then held a long-range hit (48.), blocked Tommy Conway's shot across goal (54.) and got down to Morgan Whittaker's angled effort (66.). He rounded off a superb night by denying another close-range attempt soon after (67.).

The goalkeeper finished with seven saves, five from shots inside the box. That resilience mattered against sustained pressure: Boro attempted 25 shots with seven on target and forced nine corners.

His clean handling of crosses, including one high claim, and calm distribution relieved pressure when Oxford needed it most. By standing tall through repeated right-sided deliveries and second balls, he ensured the visitors controlled the key moments without the ball.

Oxford United visit Stoke City next in the Championship. Boro host Leicester City.