Match Preview | Curzon Ashton v Oxford City
City looking for three points
Oxford City play their first of two away games this week as they journey to Curzon Ashton to kick off the final ten games of the Enteprise National League North season.
The final stages of the season are rapidly closing in and points are becoming evermore precious. Three points separate The Hoops and the three sides below them, a victory now could make all the difference at the end.
City make the journey looking for their third straight win on the road, having defeated Worksop Town and King's Lynn Town. The turn in away form comes just as City's home form slips slightly having lost to Scarborough Athletic 2-0 on the weekend.
Tuesday night's hosts, Curzon Ashton are one of the most out of form sides in the league, but we have already learned that has no bearing on the result of the game whatsoever.
They do have an impressive attacking record, however, with three players who have scored over 10 goals this season (Tony Weston 13, Alex Curran 12, Brad Holmes 11).
When Curzon visited The MGroup Stadium earlier in the season both sides emerged from the tunnel in blue shirts forcing City into a shirt change after 12 minutes.
Tony Weston opened the scoring and Ewan Clark equalised after the break, but Ben Darby snatched all three points for The Nash.
Oxford City Manager Ross Jenkins said: "Saturday was obviously a disappointing result but we have to bounce back.
"Out away form has been good and that is something we need to continue. The motivation and spirit is still there in the group and I have every faith in the lads."
FIXTURE DETAILS
Curzon Ashton v Oxford City
The Tameside Stadium - Tuesday 10th March – 7:45pm
Enterprise National League North
Referee: Callum Jones Assistant Referees: Nathan Parry & Mark Hanson Fourth Official: Ben Cotton
FORM
OXFORD CITY - W L D W L
Seven points in the last five games has seen City claw themselves out of the relegation zone, but with so many side with games in hands below them, every game is crucial for their survival.
The away for has picked up momentum after back-to-back victories on the road. The Hoops are also unbeaten in their last three away games.
The Hoops' defeat to Scarborough will sting but a couple of new additions will help to contribute to a lift in results.
CURZON ASHTON - L W L L L
Only Leamington have less points over their last five games than Curzon Ashton. The Nash's home record however, is solid. They've won three of their last five and drawn once. The only loss came against Darlington.
Their three consecutive defeats have come against good opposition. South Shields won 3-0, AFC Fylde won 5-1 and Darlington beat Curzon 2-1.
Curzon have conceded the most goals of any side this season at home.
ONE TO WATCH - Tony Weston
The Liverpool-born striker began his career with Blackpool before moving to Rangers where he gained senior experience on loan with Partick Thistle and Cove Ranger.
Weston later joined Derby County F.C. and spent time on loan at Boston United before arriving at Curzon Ashton in the summer of 2025.
Known for his pace and direct running, the 22-year-old has quickly become an important attacking outlet. Weston was previously named Rangers B Team Player of the Year, highlighting his potential and eye for goal.
Weston is currently The Nash's top scorer with 13 goals in all competitions.
THE MANAGER - Mark Bradshaw
Appointed in June 2025, Bradshaw was no stranger to Curzon Ashton having been involved in the club for years prior. Bradshaw replaced Craig Mahon after the latter left the Nash to join AFC Fylde.
Bradshaw began his playing career at Blackpool after graduating through the youth academy. He had. a brief spell on loan at York City in 1990 before transferring on a permanent basis to Stafford Rangers where he made his most appearances as a player.
He also enjoyed spells with Macclesfield and Halifax before finishing his career at Curzon Ashton. Bradshaw was also the Cruzon Ashton Ladies manager between 2008-2010.
Bradshaw's first season in charge of The Nash got off to a flying start but recent weeks has seen his side slip down the table.
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