Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 3

Home team Shots on target 5

Away team Shots on target 3

Home team Shots off target 7

Away team Shots off target 5

Home team Corner Kicks 4

Away team Corner Kicks 2

Home team Goals Scored 2

Away team Goals Scored 1

Home team Fouls 16

Away team Fouls 6

Home team Assists 1

Away team Assists 0

Home team Offsides 3

Away team Offsides 1

Home team Goalkeeper saves 2

Away team Goalkeeper saves 3

From an analytical perspective, this match was a highly competitive face-off between Wigan Athletic and Oxford United. The statistics clearly highlight that Wigan Athletic made a superior performance on the day than Oxford United.

Wigan Athletic drove the game, as indicated in the shots they made during the match. With a total of 12 shots on and off target, they were able to put a lot of pressure on the Oxford United defence. It is worth noting that Wigan also scored 2 goals out of their 5 shots on target while Oxford United scored 1 from their 3 shots on target. This indicates a better on-target shooting accuracy from Wigan Athletic, which is a key factor in their win.

Moreover, Wigan Athletic showed better utility of set-pieces with a total of 4 corner kicks, twice as many as Oxford United. This represented additional scoring opportunities for them.

Adding contrasting style of play, Wigan Athletic, who committed a whopping 16 fouls throughout the match indicated an aggressive approach, although no card was issued. Oxford United, on the other hand, committed just 6 fouls showing a more disciplined side, but this did not eventually convert into the desired result.

Wigan also led in terms of assists and offsides, implying that they undertook more attacking moves. Wigan's goalkeeper made 2 vital saves, which enhanced their chances of winning, while Oxford United's goalkeeper had to make 3 saves, which indicates higher defensive pressure.

In terms of tactical changes, both teams made 3 substitutions, indicating an equal attempt to change the game dynamics. But this seemed to work out more in favour of Wigan.

To sum up, despite Oxford United's disciplined approach, Wigan Athletic's aggressive style of play coupled with their shooting accuracy and aggressiveness led them to victory in this match. The final goal tally, 2-1, indeed reflects Wigan Athletic's dominance as underlined by the game statistics.

Football today takes a brief interlude, presenting a perfect moment to hone your betting prowess. Our tipsters have crafted insightful betting tips for the upcoming games, coupled with a free bet to get you started. With the added advantage of copy bets, mimic the strategies of successful bettors to enhance your winning potential. Embrace the expertise of our tipsters and transform your next bet into a victory, eagerly awaiting the return of the beautiful game with optimism.

Explore our sportsbook today!