Oxford United vs Plymouth Argyle preview - Appleton unlikely to ring changes

Posted Friday, March 13, 2015 by PA

Oxford manager Michael Appleton is once again likely to keep changes to a minimum for the visit of Plymouth.

A four-game unbeaten run has lifted the U's away from relegation trouble and leaves Appleton in a confident mood.

Danny Hylton is one man who will miss out, though, after he was booked for the 10th time this season which means he will serve a two-match suspension.

Armand Gnanduillet could replace the 15-goal striker, although the manager also revealed James Roberts could come in. Will Hoskins is unlikely to return just yet after a planned development game was scrapped so the squad could visit Cheltenham races.

Olly Lee will return to the Plymouth squad after serving a suspension.

The on-loan midfielder was sent off three weeks ago and is expected to return after sitting out three games.

Reuben Reid made his return from injury in the win over Northampton and is likely to continue to partner the in-form Lewis Alessandra in attack.

Dominic Blizzard has recovered from an eye wound but should remain on the bench, while Matt Lecointe played for the development squad during the week after a long-term knee injury.