Huddersfield v Oxford: how it went

How it turned out

We projected about 3.3 goals and the game finished with 4. Both teams scored. We made Both teams to score 62%, and it landed.

What we said beforehand

Huddersfield look the stronger side on paper. Our goal expectations are 1.8 for them and 1.5 for Oxford, so we expect a game with chances at both ends. It does not look like a defensive slog; both teams should have opportunities to hit the net.

Huddersfield have not lost in their last three league games, picking up two wins and a draw whether at home or away. That unbeaten run shows they can keep a steady flow of goals. Oxford’s recent form isn’t listed, but the numbers suggest they can also find the back of the net. The pattern points to a match where both sides are likely to score.

Our pick is both teams to score. The price of 1.72 is longer than what we feel the game deserves, making it an attractive offer. We think there is about a 62 % chance this will happen, based on the goal expectations for each side.

It would have to go wrong if Huddersfield manage a clean sheet or if Oxford fail to find any chances. A very tight defensive display from either side would break our view. We still feel fairly strong about the pick, but we are aware a single shut-out would spoil it.