Oxford United

How difficult is Middlesbrough's run-in compared to play-off rivals

Former Hartlepool United footballer Brian Drysdale, 81, received a medal from Paul 'Goffy' Gough for bringing history to the town in 1968.

Former Pools player receives historic medal

Coronation Street taken off air tonight - here’s why

Chris Wilder achieved great success with Sheffield United (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

Tactics, formations and defensive stability: What to expect from Wilder's Boro

Marcus Browne marked his first league start of the season with a goal at Wycombe.

Ex-West Ham and Oxford man opens up on injury setback

Hartlepool United's year in review.

Hartlepool United in 2020: A year in review

The FA Cup trophy on display at Victoria Park (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

FA Cup updated prize money explained: How much Pools could earn

The FA Cup trophy on display at Victoria Park (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

FA Cup updated prize money explained: How much Pools could earn

The FA Cup trophy at Victoria Park (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Pools drawn away in FA Cup fourth qualifying round

Emirates FA Cup fourth qualifying round draw.

FA Cup draw details – Pools’ ball number and potential opponents

Joe Grey signed his first professional contract with Hartlepool United this week (photo: HUFC/Alex Chandy)

Grey in Pools’ first-team plans after signing pro deal

Hartlepool United youngster Joe Grey.

Pools boss hoping to secure hot-prospect with pro deal

Luke Molyneux of Hartlepool United warms up during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Harrogate Town at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Wednesday 1st January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News & Sport )

Challinor slams cup scheduling as he hoped for key player to return

Gime Toure in action for Hartlepool United. Picture by FRANK REID

‘He regrets it’ – Challinor ready to give Toure another chance

Hartlepool United's Gime Toure celebrates after scoring their second goal during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and AFC Fylde at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Tuesday 13th August 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

LONG READ: Challinor on ‘fixable problem’ with Toure

Jonathan Woodgate, manager of Middlesbrough.

Middlesbrough forward Marcus Browne reveals why he wanted to sign for Oxford Uni...
Oxford United have signed Middlesbrough forward Marcus Browne on a loan deal until the end of the season.
Richard Mennear

Gime Toure in action for Hartlepool United.

‘I’m disappointed, I’m angry’ – Challinor blasts Pools forward

Hartlepool United's Gime Toure in action during the Vanarama National League match between Harrogate Town and Hartlepool United at Wetherby Road, Harrogate on Thursday 26th December 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Toure handed three match ban

Hartlepool United are back in action at The Vic tonight when Eastleigh visit.

Hartlepool United v Eastleigh scout report: Dave Challinor's side will have to g...

Rob Dickie of Oxford United clears from Nicke Kabamba of Hartlepool United during the FA Cup match between Oxford United and Hartlepool United at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Saturday 4th January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Revealed! Pools predicted line-up against Eastleigh

Hartlepool United manager Dave Challinor.

Dave Challinor issues FA Cup warning to Hartlepool United squad ahead of Eastlei...

Kenton Richardson of Hartlepool United in action with Harrogate Town's Jack Diamond during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Harrogate Town at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Wednesday 1st January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News & Sport )

Pools injury latest as defender set to miss out

Romoney Crichlow Noble in action for Hartlepool United.

Loan defender recalled after five months without a start

Michael Raynes of Hartlepool United reacts to a referring decision during the FA Cup match between Oxford United and Hartlepool United at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Saturday 4th January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Challinor questions VAR use in FA Cup third round

Matty Taylor celebrates after scoring scores from the penalty spot during the FA Cup match between Oxford United and Hartlepool United at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Saturday 4th January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Cup run over – time for Pools to deliver in the National League

Nicky Featherstone of Hartlepool United (Credit: Paul Paxford | MI News)

Pools midfielder on ‘game changing’ incident in FA Cup defeat

Jordan Archer Oxford United claims a free kick from Hartlepool United's Ryan Donaldson during the FA Cup match between Oxford United and Hartlepool United at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Saturday 4th January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Revealed! Pools player ratings from FA Cup defeat at Oxford
Hartlepool United bowed out of the FA Cup at the third round stage following a 4-1 defeat at Oxford United.
Dominic Scurr

A general view of inside the stadium during the FA Cup match between Oxford United and Hartlepool United at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Saturday 4th January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

WATCH 800 Poolies sing their hearts out following FA Cup defeat

Hartlepool United manager Dave Challinor before the FA Cup match between Oxford United and Hartlepool United at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Saturday 4th January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Pools boss praises travelling support in FA Cup

Hartlepool United's Mark Kitching celebrates with Ryan Donaldson after scoring their first goal during the FA Cup match between Oxford United and Hartlepool United at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Saturday 4th January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Story of the day: Oxford 4-1 Pools – no FA Cup shock this time

Luke Molyneux of Hartlepool United curls in a cross during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Harrogate Town at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Wednesday 1st January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News & Sport )

Revealed! Pools predicted line-up for FA Cup third round clash

David Foley of Hartlepool is congratulated after he scores the second goal during the FA Cup sponsored by E.on third round match between Hartlepool United and Stoke City at the Victoria Ground on January 3, 2009 in Hartlepool, England. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Over 40 years of FA Cup third round history for Pools: A look back at their prev...

Shandon Baptiste of Oxford United runs with the ball under pressure from Rodrigo and Bernardo Silva of Manchester City during the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Oxford United and Manchester City at Kassam Stadium on December 18, 2019 in Oxford, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Challinor on the Oxford performance that has him worried ahead of cup clash

Hartlepool United manager Dave Challinor. Picture by FRANK REID

Challinor’s ‘cheeky’ request that wouldn’t go down well with Oxford

Hartlepool United manager Dave Challinor during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Harrogate Town at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Wednesday 1st January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News & Sport )

Challinor looking to seize FA Cup opportunity

Gary Liddle of Hartlepool United during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Barrow at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Saturday 28th December 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Cup-tied Pools defender focusing on the bigger picture

Josh Hawkes in action for Hartlepool United. Picture by Frank Reid

FIVE set to miss out on FA Cup third round clash

Fans have been quick to point out bizarre kick off times in the FA Cup third round this weekend.

Why Hartlepool United will kick-off at 3:01pm this weekend

Luke Molyneux of Hartlepool United warms up during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Harrogate Town at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Wednesday 1st January 2020. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News & Sport )

‘This is only the start’ – Challinor on Molyneux return

Hartlepool United manager Dave Challinor during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Dagenham & Redbridge at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Sunday 22nd December 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Challinor reveals his Pools points targets that can help play-off charge

Gime Toure of Hartlepool United celebrates scoring Hartlepool United's first goal with Josh Hawkes during the Vanarama National League match between Woking and Hartlepool United at the Kingfield Stadium, Woking on Saturday 7th December 2019. (Credit: Paul Paxford | MI News)

Pools midfielder looks ahead to season defining seven matches

Gime Toure of Hartlepool United hits the post during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Dover Athletic at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Saturday 21st September 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Dover date set following Trophy disappointment

Josh Hawkes of Hartlepool United.

FA Cup hero Josh Hawkes keen to repay faith of Hartlepool United boss Dave Chall...

All smiles Hartlepool United Dave Challinor after the FA Cup match between Exeter City and Hartlepool United at St James' Park, Exeter on Sunday 1st December 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

'This is just the start' – Challinor sets ambitious target

The FA Cup Trophy

How much money has Pools’ FA Cup run generated?

Gus Mafuta in possession against Exeter City.

Revealed! Pools player ratings as they reach the third round of the FA Cup

Ben Killip in action against Exeter City in the FA Cup.

Story of the night: Pools 1-0 Exeter – Oxford awaits!

Luke James of Hartlepool United at the final whistle during the Vanarama National League match between Woking and Hartlepool United at the Kingfield Stadium, Woking on Saturday 7th December 2019. (Credit: Paul Paxford | MI News)

‘The pressure is on Exeter’ – James

Hartlepool United's Nicke Kabamba runs away to celebrate after scoring their second and equalising goal during the FA Cup match between Exeter City and Hartlepool United at St James' Park, Exeter on Sunday 1st December 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Pools predicted line-up for FA Cup replay as Challinor looks to combat injuries

Josh Hawkes of Hartlepool United shoots at goal during the FA Cup match between Exeter City and Hartlepool United at St James' Park, Exeter on Sunday 1st December 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Hawkes taking positives from Exeter match ahead of cup replay

The FA Cup trophy at Victoria Park. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Pools FA Cup draw details, ball numbers and prize money

SAFC supporters photographed during the 1-1 draw against OUFC, 03-08-19. Picture by FRANK REID

'Was it a warning sign?' - 'Bruised' Sunderland fans bemoan transport woes for f...

Marucs Browne has spoken regarding his move to Middlesbrough

Marcus Browne reveals Boro had to fight for his signature

Duncan Watmore in action for Sunderland this summer.

Sunderland to play Pools in behind-closed-doors friendly

Steve Lovell has a plan to deal with Hartlepool

Gillingham manager 'has plans' to combat Hartlepool ahead of FA Cup replay

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