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Oxford City aims for FA Cup upset against Leicester City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:06 PM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Oxford City aims for FA Cup upset against Leicester City

Summary

Oxford City will host Leicester City in the FA Cup first round at MGroup Stadium on Friday night. Midfielder Scott Pollock expressed confidence that his team can pressure Leicester, who have struggled after back-to-back relegations. Oxford City earned their place in this round with a close victory over Torquay United. Pollock, who is a lifelong Leicester fan, believes historically successful cup runs motivate his team, aiming for another shock result like in 2020 when they beat a League One side as Northampton Town.

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By the Numbers

•Oxford City hosts Leicester City in FA Cup first round
•Scott Pollock expresses confidence in his team's chances
•Leicester City faces pressure after failing to impress in previous seasons
•Oxford City reached this round by narrowly defeating Torquay United
•Pollock has prior experience with FA Cup upsets against higher-league teams

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2:06 PMYahoo Sports — Oxford City can shock Leicester - Foxes fan Pollock

What they're saying

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Oxford City midfielder Scott Pollock believes there is "no reason" his side cannot pile more pressure on his beloved Leicester City by pulling off an FA Cup upset.
— Yahoo Sports

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