THE Oxford Mail player ratings for Oxford United's 3-2 win at Shrewsbury Town.
JACK STEVENS
His quiet second half made those two late saves even more impressive. Top drawer - 8
SAM LONG
Grew into the game and played an important role in Henry’s equaliser - 7
ELLIOTT MOORE
Could have done better for Vela’s goal, good battle with Bloxham - 6.5
ROB ATKINSON
Won most of his aerial duels, went close in the first half - 7
JOSH RUFFELS
Another who got better as the game wore on, two great chances at 2-2 - 7
JAMES HENRY
United’s driving force in the second half, well-taken goal. MAN OF THE MATCH - 8
CAMERON BRANNAGAN
Grew frustrated as the U’s toiled in the first half, but never hid - 6.5
Read also: Karl Robinson's full-time reaction to Shrewsbury comeback
MARK SYKES
Less influential than recent weeks, great composure for the opener - 7
ELLIOT LEE
Frustrating at times, but came up with a goal and an assist - 7
MATTY TAYLOR
Continues to show he is far more than just a finisher. Calm assist for Lee - 7
BRANDON BARKER
Lasted 82 minutes on his return, showed flashes of class - 6.5
SUBSTITUTES
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch Dan Agyei's winner
Dan Agyei (for Lee, 77)
Would not normally give ratings for substitutes who come on so late, but that goal could be huge. BOOKED - 7
Sam Winnall (for Barker, 82)
Alex Gorrin (for Henry, 89)
Jamie Hanson (for Taylor, 89)
Unused: Eastwood, Forde, Shodipo.
Substitutes who come on after the 75th minute do not (normally) get a rating.
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