Oxford United vs Portsmouth: Is Placheta Fit?! Season Opener Buzz!

By: María Fernández Published On: 09/08/2025

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Oxford United Gear Up For Portsmouth Showdown!

Oxford United are set to kick off their 2025/26 Sky Bet Championship season with a highly anticipated clash against Portsmouth. The atmosphere in OX4 is electric as Gary Rowett's team prepares to face former captain John Mousinho's side in front of a sold-out crowd. Get ready for a rollercoaster 46-game campaign!

Placheta's Fitness a Key Question

All eyes are on winger Przemyslaw Placheta, who faces a late fitness test ahead of the season opener. Placheta has returned to training after a minor back issue and a tight hamstring. U’s head coach Gary Rowett says they will assess where some of the players are, as some have played more minutes than others in pre-season.

Ciaron Brown is still recovering from a knee ligament injury, while Luke Harris and Ole Romeny are sidelined with ankle problems. Rowett emphasizes the importance of a competitive starting XI, stating, "This will be the most competitive starting XI I think is ready to attack the first game."

Team News and Predicted Line-up

Oxford United will be without a handful of first-team players for the Portsmouth match. Rowett acknowledges the challenges posed by injuries during pre-season, but remains confident in his squad's ability to cope. He also said that they've had some players that have only played 45 minutes in pre-season over the last two or three weeks.

Match Day Information

General Admission tickets are SOLD OUT. Check the Ticket Exchange for availability.
There are 2,000 free parking spaces at the stadium, but they fill up quickly. Arrive early if you plan to park there.
Roadworks outside the stadium on Grenoble Road may cause delays. Plan accordingly.
Motorcyclists are permitted to park in the southeast bike rack area.