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Oxford United sack head coach Bloomfield

BBC Sport · Jun 20, 2026, 11:01 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

Key takeaways

  • Matt Bloomfield was appointed Oxford United head coach in January
  • Oxford United have sacked head coach Matt Bloomfield following their relegation to League One.
  • The 42-year-old replaced Gary Rowett in January and despite some encouraging results and performances in the second half of the season, he was unable to keep them in the Championship.

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Matt Bloomfield was appointed Oxford United head coach in January

Oxford United have sacked head coach Matt Bloomfield following their relegation to League One.

The 42-year-old replaced Gary Rowett in January and despite some encouraging results and performances in the second half of the season, he was unable to keep them in the Championship.

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