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Burton Albion vs Oxford United Prediction & Preview

Preview

As the England League One enters its 43rd round this Saturday, 6th April, an intriguing matchup is on the cards at Pirelli Stadium where Burton Albion will host Oxford United in what promises to be a compelling contest. The game kicks off at 14:00, with both sides aiming for crucial points late in the season.

Under the guidance of Martin Paterson, home side Burton Albion find themselves embroiled in a battle for survival, currently sitting 20th in the league with 40 points. Their recent form has been less than ideal; they've managed just one point from their last five matches — a worrying sign as they face higher-placed opposition.

In contrast, Oxford United, led by Des Buckingham, are enjoying a more prosperous campaign positioned 7th with an impressive tally of 67 points. Their form heading into this clash is notably stronger than their hosts', having secured three wins and only one loss from their last five outings. This includes a resounding victory against Fleetwood Town (4-0) at The Kassam Stadium in their most recent match — showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.

The head-to-head record leans significantly towards Oxford United who have clinched four wins out of the last five encounters between these two teams — including a decisive 3-0 victory over Burton Albion when they last met on December 16th, 2023.

Looking at goal statistics adds another layer to this preview. Burton Albion's struggle upfront is evident; they average just 0.6 goals per game compared to Oxford’s more prolific rate of scoring at an average of 1.7 goals per game across all venues which drops slightly to an average of .8 goals when playing away but remains competitive.

Defensively both teams concede an average rate that might concern coaches equally (1.5 goals per game), but Burton's vulnerability is pronounced when playing on home turf where this number inflates to two conceded goals per match - further highlighting why Oxford are favorites coming into this clash according to bookmakers’ odds.

Bet

Given both team's current form and performance metrics ahead of Saturday's fixture combined with historical results favoring away victories significantly among these two sides – placing your bet on an Away Win seems like the most logical choice here if you're looking for value backed by solid stats and trends. Oxford United’s odds stand attractively at 1.9, suggesting not only do bookmakers view them as clear favorites but also indicating potential value for punters considering their superior scoring ability especially against struggling sides like Burton Albion.