Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Championship match.
Just four rounds ago, there was a nine-point gap between these teams, with Hull sitting in the relegation zone. Now, with a win, Hull City can overtake Oxford United and climb to 18th place.
Hull City
Hull City have found form at the right time, picking up two wins, one draw, and one loss in their last four matches. Beating bottom-placed Plymouth Argyle (2:0) at home was expected, but a 1:0 away win over fourth-placed Sunderland highlighted their defensive improvement. Importantly, each of their last six matches ended with under 2.5 goals.
Oxford United
Oxford United have followed a similar pattern, struggling in front of goal. Over their last eight matches, they have scored just four goals, with two of them coming in a 2:3 home defeat against Coventry City. The remaining seven fixtures all finished with under 2.5 goals. Gary Rowett’s bright start as manager now feels like a distant memory, as Oxford United have collected just four points in this period.
Hull City vs Oxford United Prediction
Considering Hull City's recent defensive solidity and Oxford United's attacking struggles, a low-scoring match seems inevitable. Given Hull’s historic home struggles, it’s best to take a safety net with a double chance bet.
