The Oxford Mail player ratings for Oxford United's 1-0 win at Walsall in the Emirates FA Cup second round.

SIMON EASTWOOD

Tidy with the few things he had to do. Thankfully shrugged off a knock    7

CHRIS CADDEN

Set up the goal, but otherwise a little wasteful given how many times he got into good positions    7.5

ROB DICKIE

Started superbly, but by his high standards was then a little ragged. BOOKED    6.5

JOHN MOUSINHO

Won plenty in the air in a solid display. Good positioning to deal with crosses    7

Also read: MATCH REPORT - Walsall 0, Oxford Utd 1

JOSH RUFFELS

Typically reliable on his 200th start. So close to capping it with a goal    7

ALEX GORRIN

Kept circulating the ball and broke up play when required    7

JAMES HENRY

At the heart of the best moments and hit the winner. MAN OF THE MATCH    8

ANTHONY FORDE

Useful display in the middle of the park. Quietly did his job    7

Also read: Oxford United's record run is a thrill for boss Karl Robinson

MARK SYKES

Looks like he is still lacking a bit of confidence    6.5

MATTY TAYLOR

Walsall watched him closely, but he still found a way to be involved for the winner    7

TARIQE FOSU 

Worked hard and passed the ball well, but didn’t exploit a couple of clear chances    7

Substitutes

Rob Hall (Sykes 66)

Had little impact off the bench. BOOKED    6

Jamie Mackie (Taylor 87)

Elliott Moore (Forde 90)