Huddersfield Town prepare to host Oxford United in League One this week, with the Terriers sitting top of the table. The match comes amid news that last season's loan defender Josh Feeney has joined Peterborough United on a season-long deal.
How will Huddersfield Town line up against Oxford?
Oxford United's official website confirmed their team news ahead of the trip to the Accu Stadium. Head coach Aaron Ramsey has made several changes, bringing Sam Long and Brodie Spencer into the starting eleven and handing Mo Missanga his first professional start. The visitors have had a ten-day break since their last match, while Huddersfield are coming off a 2-1 away victory over Cambridge United. The Tuesday night fixture kicks off at 7:45pm.
Huddersfield Town will be looking to maintain their strong early-season form. They currently lead League One with 10 points from four games, having won three and drawn one. Their recent form reads WWDW, and they hold a one-point advantage over Sheffield Wednesday. You can follow all the build-up and team news on our squad page.
Where has former loanee Josh Feeney moved?
Defender Josh Feeney has joined Peterborough United on a season-long loan from Aston Villa. The 21-year-old spent last season on loan at Huddersfield Town, making 31 appearances in all competitions for the Terriers. Feeney came through the youth system at Fleetwood Town before moving to Villa in 2021, though he is yet to make a senior appearance for the Premier League club.
Feeney told the Peterborough website, "I have played a decent number of games in the EFL now." He acknowledged the physical adjustment required from under-21 football but said he is now accustomed to it. Peterborough manager Luke Williams described Feeney as a player with "plenty of EFL experience" who will add defensive strength. The move was confirmed just before the recent transfer deadline.
What is the latest on Oxford United's squad?
The BBC also reported that Oxford United have signed midfielder Kai Andrews on loan from Coventry City until January. The 20-year-old Wales international will be reunited with his national team's former midfielder, Aaron Ramsey, who is now Oxford's head coach. Andrews made nine appearances for Coventry last season before a loan spell at Hibernian in Scotland.
Oxford are operating under a transfer embargo but received special dispensation from the EFL to complete the deal. They will not pay a loan fee or contribute to Andrews' wages. His arrival bolsters their options ahead of their visit to face Huddersfield Town. The Terriers' solid defensive record, with just three goals conceded this season, will provide a tough test for the new signing. You can see how the table shapes up on our standings page.
Huddersfield Town have scored nine goals in their four league games so far, giving them a +6 goal difference. Their next challenge is to preserve their unbeaten start against an Oxford side that has added a new midfielder. The fixture is scheduled for Tuesday evening at the Accu Stadium.
