Hidde ter Avest brought Oxford United’s eight-match winless streak to an end with the winning goal against Hull City on his first start for the club. The summer signing from Utrecht popped up at the far post to convert Greg Leigh’s deep cross, after Tim Walter’s away side had dominated the first half without making the most of their chances.

Oxford United manager Des Buckingham hailed the spirit and determination of his side after beating Hull City 1-0. The U's were battered in the first half at the Kassam Stadium, riding their luck as City carved out some good chances with Xavier Simons, Kasey Palmer and Abdus Omur all passing up good chances, while Mohamed Belloumi hit the post.

Follow live coverage as Oxford United face Hull City in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.

The key stats before Oxford United's game with Sheffield United in the Championship on Tuesday.

The key stats before Bristol City’s meeting with Sheffield United in the Championship on Tuesday.