The Oxford Mail player ratings from Oxford United's win over Blackpool:

SIMON EASTWOOD

Exposed for the goal, but did all he could to put Madine off at the end    7

SAM LONG

Made the most of the space in the first half. His cross set up the first goal    7.5

ROB DICKIE

Some classy touches before the break, then dug in    7.5

Match report: Oxford Utd 2, Blackpool 1

JOHN MOUSINHO

Recovered from the mistake for the opener. Stood up in the second half    6.5

JOSH RUFFELS

Part of the mix-up for Blackpool’s goal. Will be hugely relieved his late backpass was not costly    5.5

JAMES HENRY

Understandably rusty on his return, but still provided an assist    6.5

ALEX GORRIN

Showed both sides to his game. One vital header in the second half. BOOKED    7

CAMERON BRANNAGAN

Like Henry was feeling his way back, but a very welcome return. BOOKED    6.5

MARK SYKES

Knew little about the goal, but caused problems and dug deep again    7.5

Also read: 'Sensational' Marcus Browne praised by Oxford United boss Karl Robinson

MARCUS BROWNE

Scared Blackpool from the first minute. MAN OF THE MATCH    9

NATHAN HOLLAND

Wasted a great chance, but overall it was his best display as a starter    7.5

Substitutes

Liam Kelly (Gorrin 78)

Jamie Mackie (Holland 86)

Thorne (Sykes 90)

Unused: Stevens, Moore, Hanson, Taylor.