THE Oxford Mail player ratings from Oxford United's 3-1 victory over AFC Wimbledon in the Papa John's Trophy.
SIMON EASTWOOD
Made some good saves during Wimbledon's best spell late in the first half - 7
ANTHONY FORDE
Longman tested him defensively, while set-piece delivery was as reliable as ever - 7
JAMIE HANSON
Kept Pigott quiet at centre back before moving into midfield - 7.5
ELLIOTT MOORE
Mr consistent at the moment, barely put a foot wrong - 7
JOSH RUFFELS
Great cross for the opener and could have continued his own goalscoring form - 7.5
LIAM KELLY
Didn't make as much impact as Sykes, but kept things ticking over - 6.5
ALEX GORRIN
Tidy before he was replaced as a precaution at half-time - 6.5
MARK SYKES
Involved in two of the goals, was great to see him stamp his authority on the game - 8
ROB HALL
No match-winner this time around, but looked lively - 6.5
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SAM WINNALL
Two striker's goals are hopefully a sign of things to come. MAN OF THE MATCH - 8
MIDE SHODIPO
Yet another goal for the loanee, who was a real handful - 7.5
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SUBSTITUTES
Joe Grayson (for Gorrin, 46)
Promising debut, very comfortable in possession - 6.5
Matty Taylor (for Winnall, 66)
Fashioned a late chance for himself, only to be denied by a great block - 6.5
James Henry (for Shodipo, 66)
Lovely pass to put Brannagan away - 7
Cameron Brannagan (for Kelly, 66)
Getting in great goalscoring positions, just needs one to go in - 7
Sam Long (for Hall, 82)
Substitutes who came on after the 75th minute do not get a rating.
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