Norwich City 1-1 Oxford United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments
Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Norwich City 1-1 Oxford United in the Championship on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.
Norwich City 1-1 Oxford United Post-Match Review
The match at Carrow Road saw Norwich City take control early on, dominating possession and creating chances, but it was J. Makama who broke the deadlock with a goal in the 29' to give them a deserved lead.
Substitutions began at half-time with Norwich bringing on P. Mattsson for M. Topic, and they continued to press with further changes, including E. Marcondes off for A. Forson at 63' and J. Makama replaced by M. Jurasek at 75'. Oxford United struggled to find rhythm initially but made a quadruple substitution at 66', swapping H. ter Avest for S. Mills, M. Harris for W. Lankshear, T. Goodrham for F. Krastev, and L. Harris for N. Prelec, which shifted the momentum slightly.
As the game wore on, Norwich looked set to hold on despite a late yellow card for K. Fisher in the 89' for a foul, but Oxford snatched a point with F. Krastev's goal in the 90+5', assisted by S. Long. Norwich made one final change in the 90+2' with M. Jurasek off for M. Kvistgaarden, but it was too late to respond. The draw leaves both sides reflecting on a contest where Norwich edged the stats but couldn't secure the win, while Oxford's late resilience paid off.
Match Statistics
Norwich City's slight possession edge at 51% to Oxford's 49% reflected their control for much of the game, allowing them to rack up 8 corners compared to Oxford's 4, which created sustained pressure but didn't yield more goals. Their 44 successful dribbles against Oxford's 38 showed better individual flair in breaking lines, though the single yellow card for Norwich in the 89' highlighted some defensive frustration late on, with no reds or second yellows for either side.
Substitutions played a key role, with Norwich using 4 – including a half-time switch of P. Mattsson for M. Topic and a late one of M. Kvistgaarden for M. Jurasek – while Oxford deployed all 5, notably a batch at 66' that introduced F. Krastev, who later scored with their only recorded assist of the match.
Without penalties or injury-time goals beyond the late strike, the stats underline Norwich's dominance that ultimately fizzled out, letting Oxford steal a draw through efficient use of their bench.
Key Moments
The game's turning point came in the 29th minute when J. Makama scored for Norwich without an assist, giving them a lead they held for most of the match despite Oxford's growing threat. O
xford's quadruple substitution at 66' proved decisive, bringing on fresh legs like F. Krastev, who eventually equalised in the 90+5' with an assist from S. Long, rescuing a point in dramatic fashion. Norwich's yellow card to K. Fisher in the 89' added tension, but their own late changes, such as M. Jurasek coming on at 75' only to be subbed off in the 90+2' for M. Kvistgaarden, couldn't prevent the leveller.
Team Lineups
Norwich City (4-2-3-1)
Norwich City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with a solid midfield base allowing the attacking trio to push forward effectively, as seen in partnerships that led to J. Makama's goal before he was replaced at 75'.
Oxford United (4-2-3-1)
Oxford United also deployed a 4-2-3-1 shape, relying on defensive organisation early on, with key midfield shifts after their 66' substitutions enhancing partnerships that set up F. Krastev's late goal.
Man of the Match
Jovon Makama earned Man of the Match honours for Norwich City with his crucial goal in the 29th minute, providing the hosts’ only breakthrough. Despite no assists or big chances created, his one key pass highlighted his involvement before being substituted after 75 minutes in a performance that stood out in a tight contest.
Updated Form Guide
Norwich City
Recent Championship matches:
- Draw: 1-1 vs Oxford United (H)
- Loss: 1-4 vs Birmingham City (A)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Leicester City (H)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Sheffield Wednesday (A)
- Loss: 0-2 vs Hull City (H)
Oxford United
Recent Championship matches:
- Draw: 1-1 vs Norwich City (A)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Middlesbrough (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs West Bromwich Albion (A)
- Loss: 0-3 vs Stoke City (H)
- Draw: 2-2 vs Millwall (H)
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Norwich City
Norwich City, currently languishing in 23rd place with 10 points, face Queens Park Rangers on 29 November at 15:00, and this late draw could dent their confidence after failing to hold onto a lead. With no new injuries or suspensions evident, they’ll need to tighten up defensively to avoid similar slip-ups and climb away from the relegation zone.
Oxford United
Oxford United, sitting 21st with 15 points, head into their clash with Ipswich Town on 28 November at 20:00 buoyed by this gritty point earned through a stoppage-time equaliser. The performance shows their resilience, and with fresh substitutions proving effective, they might carry that fighting spirit into the next fixture to push for more positive results.
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