Oxford United’s decision to fire Des Buckingham is nothing short of outrageous as they do it only a few days before going up against Leeds United away from home.
They saw their team get promoted under Des but his stay at the club was cut short after poor team performance.
Buckingham Axed After 15-Game Struggle
The move follows Oxford’s woeful run in the league where they managed a measly one win in the last 15 matches.
This loss against Sheffield Wednesday at home on Saturday with the score of 3-1 was the proverbial last nail in the coffin.
Despite six of those 15 games ending in draws, Oxford are languishing fifth from the bottom with a one-point above the relegation zone.
He spent enough time in charge of the team without managing to fix its performance in the most important moments, and therein the club decided to part ways with him.
Crucial Timing Ahead of Elland Road Clash
The trip to second-placed Leeds United this Saturday is the next test for Oxford.
Buckingham’s firing certainly raises the question of how such a high-profile team will shake up in such an important match.
The Yellows, who have not seen the Championship since the late 1990s, will now have to look to a return to stability under interim management.
Leeds United fans will watch closely to see if Oxford’s managerial change injects new energy into their opponents or if the Whites can capitalize on the disarray to strengthen their own promotion push.
Oxford’s situation is a stark reminder of how competitive and unforgiving the Championship can be, especially for newly promoted sides.
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