OXFORD United fans are happy with their start to next season's Blue Square Premier campaign - after being handed a home game to York in their opening match.

That curtain-raiser is at the Kassam Stadium on Saturday August 8.

Chris Wilder's team then head east, for away games against Kettering the following Tuesday, and Histon on the Saturday.

And on the thisisunited forums, supporters feel it is a good chance for United to instantly establish themselves as promotion candidates.

Steve Gilbert said: "I'm happy though with those fixtures - especially the run in, the only team on paper which will be tough is Mansfield at home."

And Jon1the1 added: "I agree. Tough first 10 games, good end to the season. Rushden on Boxing Day should be great and last game of the season in Eastbourne should be a good fun weekend!"