Oxford University Association Football Club

Czech champions Slavia too strong for Blues

An admirable performance from the OUAFC Blues limited Slavia Prague to just 5 goals and earned the acclaim of the 14618 fans on a glorious night in the Czech capital.

The gulf in class was obvious from the outset as, before Oxford had even touched the ball, Patrick Berger was released down the left channel to clip an exquisite cross that Vladimir Smicer guided into the bottom corner of the net. Worse was to follow just 3 minutes later when an intricate passing move was swept home via 'keeper Nik Baker's fingertips.

With the score at 2-0 inside 5 minutes, it appeared that the Blues may be about to be engulfed by a clearly superior side. However, the side were visibly lifted as the Slavia fans began to chant 'OXFORD, OXFORD!' and a combination of some heroic defending and goalke... (more)

OUAFC touring squad all set for Prague

A 30-man touring squad consisting of the best current members and recent leavers are finalising their preparations for their trip to Prague to participate in a friendly match against Slavia Prague which will mark the official opening of Stadion Eden.

The team will be led in Prague by Tom Wherry, who was elected captain just a week ago. A match against a Champions League side surely must mark the most daunting start to any captain's tenure in the 136-year history of the club, but Wherry is keen to focus on the positives: 'This really is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for everyone involved, so we will head to Prague intent on enjoying every moment of it. Having said that, the tour will be that much more satisfying if we can do ourselves justice on the pitch so we will do everything poss... (more)

Hertford forfeit to Christ Church

Christ Church awarded a 3-0 victory