THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United moved to the top of Sky Bet League One with a 2-1 win at home to Charlton Athletic.

JAMES BEADLE

Even when the Addicks improved in the second half, it was still a quiet day between the sticks – 7

FIN STEVENS

In for the injured Sam Long to make his first U’s league start and didn’t put a foot wrong – 7

ELLIOTT MOORE

Rock solid at the back with timely interceptions, blocks and tackles – 7.5

STEPHAN NEGRU

His growth game by game is remarkable and he showed a goal threat at the other end from set pieces – 8

CIARON BROWN

Strong defensive display, especially when the visitors found a way back into the game – 7

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MARCUS MCGUANE

Sensational in the midfield at the moment and makes things appear so effortless at times. BOOKED – 8

CAMERON BRANNAGAN

Kept things ticking over for United but very much being outshined by his midfield partner. BOOKED – 7

TYLER GOODRHAM

Brilliant first goal and a clinical second. He is simply a joy to watch. MAN OF THE MATCH – 8.5

RUBEN RODRIGUES

Heavily involved in everything good during the first half but faded in the second period – 7.5

BILLY BODIN

Had less impact than in recent games but still linked up well with others by drifting infield from the left – 7

MARK HARRIS

Another mature display leading the line and ran his socks off for the team – 7.5

SUBSTITUTES

Stanley Mills (for Bodin, 65)

Strong run to get into the box in the lead-up to the winner. BOOKED – 7

Greg Leigh (for Brown, 78)

Gatlin O’Donkor (for Harris, 89)

Unused: Eastwood, Smyth, McEachran, Murphy.

Substitutes who come on after the 75th minute do not get a rating.