Hidde ter Avest brought Oxford United’s eight-match winless streak to an end with the winning goal against Hull City on his first start for the club. The summer signing from Utrecht popped up at the far post to convert Greg Leigh’s deep cross, after Tim Walter’s away side had dominated the first half without making the most of their chances.

Oxford United are looking for their first win in nine Championship games when they face Hull City on Tuesday, having drawn five and lost three since a 1-0 victory at home to Stoke on 14 September. The Tigers are winless in five (D3 L2) going into the trip ...

Oxford United manager Des Buckingham hailed the spirit and determination of his side after beating Hull City 1-0. The U's were battered in the first half at the Kassam Stadium, riding their luck as City carved out some good chances with Xavier Simons, Kasey Palmer and Abdus Omur all passing up good chances, while Mohamed Belloumi hit the post.