Oxford City and Leicester City face off in FA Cup first round

Oxford City hosts Leicester City at the MGroup Stadium for an FA Cup first-round fixture. This marks the first time Oxford City has reached the first round proper since the 2022-23 campaign. Leicester City also enters the first round for the first time since the 2008-09 season.

Leicester City manager Russell Martin has indicated he will field a strong side despite the opponent being in the sixth tier, though he intends to avoid risking players susceptible to injury on difficult surfaces. Jayden Joseph is expected to remain sidelined following a period of absence.

Oxford City, led by Ross Jenkins, is currently performing well in their league, holding a second-place position. This follows a period of struggle after their 2024 relegation, which saw them finish 19th and 17th in subsequent seasons.