Buckingham Addresses Oxford United’s Championship Form and Survival Bid

Des Buckingham, who was appointed Oxford United’s head coach in November 2023, stated that the team should not become overly disheartened by their recent Championship defeats to Watford, Middlesbrough, and Sheffield United. The U’s currently hold a two-point advantage over the relegation zone as they prepare to host Millwall this Saturday. “We gave a good account of ourselves at Watford, but Middlesbrough and Sheffield United are two sides that are challenging to go up, while we’re a side that is making sure we’re trying to stay up and if we keep doing what we’re doing then we will,” Buckingham informed BBC Radio Oxford. Millwall enters the match on an eight-game unbeaten streak, having also experienced the postponement of their midweek fixture at Portsmouth due to a power failure at Fratton Park. Buckingham commented, “Millwall have been very effective with how they’ve played. They’re probably about where they should be with the squad that they’ve got, they’re a very established club and they manage games extremely well.” Oxford United’s squad will be strengthened by the return of Elliott Moore, who was absent from the defeat against Sheffield United due to suspension. Buckingham further stated, “Elliott’s been a big miss on and off the pitch, he leads extremely well and is a very big voice on the pitch and presence around the club so we welcome him back this weekend.” Sandi Toksvig is featured alongside Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Alan Davies. Opportunities are available to sing along to music from Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, and other artists. Ben Fogle and Kate Humble have returned for the celebratory events at Longleat Safari Park. Topics range from microplastics found in air, soil, and waterways to the current levels of food waste. This content is copyrighted by BBC in 2024. The BBC disclaims responsibility for material on external websites. Information regarding their external linking policy is available.