The Oxford Mail player ratings for Oxford United's 1-0 win at Walsall in the Emirates FA Cup second round.
SIMON EASTWOOD
Tidy with the few things he had to do. Thankfully shrugged off a knock 7
CHRIS CADDEN
Set up the goal, but otherwise a little wasteful given how many times he got into good positions 7.5
ROB DICKIE
Started superbly, but by his high standards was then a little ragged. BOOKED 6.5
JOHN MOUSINHO
Won plenty in the air in a solid display. Good positioning to deal with crosses 7
Also read: MATCH REPORT - Walsall 0, Oxford Utd 1
JOSH RUFFELS
Typically reliable on his 200th start. So close to capping it with a goal 7
ALEX GORRIN
Kept circulating the ball and broke up play when required 7
JAMES HENRY
At the heart of the best moments and hit the winner. MAN OF THE MATCH 8
ANTHONY FORDE
Useful display in the middle of the park. Quietly did his job 7
Also read: Oxford United's record run is a thrill for boss Karl Robinson
MARK SYKES
Looks like he is still lacking a bit of confidence 6.5
MATTY TAYLOR
Walsall watched him closely, but he still found a way to be involved for the winner 7
TARIQE FOSU
Worked hard and passed the ball well, but didn’t exploit a couple of clear chances 7
Substitutes
Rob Hall (Sykes 66)
Had little impact off the bench. BOOKED 6
Jamie Mackie (Taylor 87)
Elliott Moore (Forde 90)
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