Mark Harris scored Oxford United's first goal in the second tier since 1999 during a deserved victory over Norwich City.
Oxford United celebrated their return to the Championship for the first time since 1999 with a deserved 2-0 victory over Norwich City.
The Canaries' best chance came late on but Jack Stacey's goalbound effort was blocked by U's left-back Joe Bennett in a difficult first game for new City boss Johannes Hoff Thorup.The day started badly for Thorup after winger Jonathan Rowe withdrew from the Canaries squad on Saturday morning amid speculation French giants Marseille had submitted a bid to sign the 21-year-old.
Former Norwich man Przemyslaw Placheta then went close for United but saw his near-post strike kept out by Scotland international Gunn. Barely five minutes later Brannagan made no mistake from Long's cut-back to seal a terrific return to the second tier for Des Buckingham's side.All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made.This is the first league meeting between Oxford and Norwich since April 1999, and a 4-2 win for the Canaries at the Manor Ground.
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