Norwich vs Oxford United prediction 07.03.2025 | Championship

• Competition: Championship
• Date: Friday, 7th March 2025
• Kickoff: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET
• Venue: Carrow Road (Norwich)

Norwich was never among the main favorites for promotion this season, but with 11 rounds left and four points fewer in the promotion zone, the team from Carrow Road still has some chances. Norwich are in solid form lately, as they lost only one of the last seven matches. Last weekend, Johannes Thorup's team played 1-1 on the road against Blackburn. The home side finished the match with an xG of 1.25, while the guests had only 0.57, but Norwich still found a way to pick up one point. Now, Norwich turn their attention to the game against Oxford United in which they could continue their hunt for the playoffs. 

Oxford United entered the 2024/25 season as probably the weakest Championship team. However, they played surprisingly well for most of the season and kept their heads above the water. Oxford United are currently seven points above the drop zone, but their recent form doesn't give too much room for optimism as Gary Rowett's team won only three points in the previous seven games. In the last match, they lost 3-2 at home against Coventry. The guests were significantly better side and could even win with a more significant margin. 

Norwich vs Oxford United pick: Norwich to win and cover AH -1 spread

These two teams are in complete opposite moments. While Norwich are playing well and still hopes to reach the promotion playoff zone, Oxford didn't win for a month and a half, and there is growing concern around the team about possible relegation. Norwich should win and cover the AH -1 spread in Friday's tie.