Oxford United vs Leyton Orient - Joe Skarz to go back into battle for Oxford
Posted Thursday, March 10, 2016 by PA
Joe Skarz should return for Oxford's game against Leyton Orient after only making the bench in last Saturday's 2-2 draw at Plymouth.
The left-back missed out on a place in Michael Appleton's starting line-up in the promotion scrap at Home Park for the first time in Sky Bet League Two this campaign as he nursed a tight groin.
Goalkeeper Benji Buchel is still experiencing difficulties with the side strain that kept him out of that match and he remains a doubt.
Youngsters Aidan Hawtin and Sam Humphreys have had their contracts terminated and have signed for fourth-tier Norwegian side FK Valdres.
Leyton Orient defender Shaun Brisley is doubtful after suffering a head injury in last weekend's 1-0 defeat to Luton.
Brisley was briefly unconscious following an accidental collision with Hatters goalkeeper Jon Mitchell and needed hospital treatment for stitches in a cut above his right eye.
Nicky Hunt could again deputise alongside captain Mathieu Baudry at the heart of Orient's defence.
Reserve goalkeeper Charlie Grainger is set for a lay-off after the 19-year-old suffered a hand injury during training.
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