THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United won promotion to Sky Bet Championship after beating Bolton Wanderers 2-0 in the League One play-off final.
JAMIE CUMMING
Genuinely untroubled as the Trotters failed to muster a single shot on target – 7.5
SAM LONG
Brilliant blocks here and there, and set the tone by making one exceptional tackle early on in the game – 9
ELLIOTT MOORE
Rock solid at the back and led the side superbly well. A real captain’s display – 8.5
CIARON BROWN
Fantastic aerially, and won challenges as and when they were required – 8.5
JOE BENNETT
What a free signing he has proven to be. A model professional who put in another top display – 8.5
RUBEN RODRIGUES
Two gorgeous assists, with his passing ability on show throughout on the big Wembley pitch – 9
CAMERON BRANNAGAN
A real shame to see him forced off with injury after what was a passionate performance – 8
TYLER GOODRHAM
What a display from the young man. Pressed high up the pitch and pinched the ball back relentlessly. BOOKED – 8.5
OWEN DALE
Clattered into by Bolton goalkeeper Nathan Baxter. Free kick was awarded when replays suggested it was a penalty – 8
MARK HARRIS
No sights of goal, but led the line superbly. A real unsung hero this season for United – 8
JOSH MURPHY
Two fine finishes won the game, and it could’ve been more for him. His turnaround has been a joy to watch. MAN OF THE MATCH – 9.5
SUBSTITUTES
Marcus McGuane (for Brannagan, 64)
Came on and provided fresh energy and legs in midfield – 7.5
Josh McEachran (for Rodrigues, 80)
Greg Leigh (for Bennett, 87)
Unused: Eastwood, Stevens, Bodin, Browne.
Substitutes who come on after the 75th minute do not get a rating.
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