Oldham vs Cambridge Utd: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Oldham Athletic prepare to host Cambridge United on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 under referee Ricardo, this ENGLAND: League Two fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Oldham Athletic, currently 16th in the standings with 39 points from 30 games, trail the leaders by 25 points. They've earned 22 points from 16 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 10 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Cambridge United, sitting 3rd with 60 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 23 points from 16 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Oldham Athletic and Cambridge United have been competitive, with Cambridge United claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-3). Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Bristol Rovers, Oldham Athletic recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Hudson, Robson, Monthe, Daniels, Caprice, Stevens, Pett, Payne, Drummond, Kavanagh, Fondop. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

Cambridge United's last outing came against Colchester, where they secured a 1-1 draw using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Eastwood, Purrington, Watts, Jobe, Gibbons, Mpanzu, McLoughlin, Kaikai, Knight, Brophy, Appere. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Oldham Athletic are expected to maintain their 4-4-2 structure, while Cambridge United are likely to counter with a 3-4-2-1 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Oldham Athletic's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Cambridge United's games average 3.2 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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