Drawn out

United achieved a rare draw at the Manor tonight, only their third of the season, after once again going ahead. Darren Patterson scored on his home debut from an excellent Joey Beauchamp free kick in the 7th minute and, for a change, United maintained their lead until half-time. Andy Cooke equalised for the Potters, or whatever they're called, in the 69th minute after Matt Murphy gave the ball away for the umpteenth time in midfield. The only change to the starting line-up from Saturday's game was John Robertson coming in at right back with Jon Richardson moving to the left side of central defence in place of the departed Garry Monk. Paul Tait replaced Chris Hackett with about ten minutes remaining. Robert Quinn was booked. The attendance was 4,856, the third highest in the division tonight. A match report appears here as our reporter managed to con his boss that he was really working…

Swansea lost 1-0 at home to Notts County and Luton lost (ha-ha) 3-1 at Walsall. swindon drew 1-1 at home to Bournemouth whilst Port Vale beat Cambridge 4-2. Bristol Rovers home game with Wycombe was postponed due to Wycombe's involvement in the FA Cup. Oxford are now 16 points from safety, should anyone consider it relevant.