THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United earned a slender advantage in the first leg of their Sky Bet League One play-off semi-final against Peterborough United.

JAMIE CUMMING

Made a handful of decent stops, and took charge of his area in a commanding fashion – 7

FIN STEVENS

One brilliant challenge in the second half got the crowd on their feet. Kept Ephron Mason-Clark quiet, which is no mean feat – 7.5

ELLIOTT MOORE

Winning goal and simply outstanding at the back for the U’s. MAN OF THE MATCH – 8.5

CIARON BROWN

Gave the ball away a little bit too easily at times, but very strong defensively – 7.5

JOE BENNETT

Provided experience and knowhow at the back, and supported the final third well. BOOKED – 7

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RUBEN RODRIGUES

Started strongly and had the first chance of the game, before fading as the tie wore on. BOOKED – 7

CAMERON BRANNAGAN

Popped up at the back post to nod the ball back across goal for his skipper – 7.5

TYLER GOODRHAM

Constantly hassling players and pressing to win the ball back. Full of energy throughout – 8

OWEN DALE

Quiet first half, but more involved after the break. Has endeared himself to the U’s faithful – 7

MARK HARRIS

Never stopped running and harrying defenders. Leads the press superbly – 7.5

JOSH MURPHY

Not his busiest night, but still looked like the one who would make it happen for United – 7.5

SUBSTITUTES

Josh McEachran (for Rodrigues, 71)

Came on as the pivot in midfield to help settle things down – 6

Marcus Browne (for Dale, 71)

Offered fresh legs and speed on the counter-attack – 6

Billy Bodin (for Goodrham, 77)

Unused: Eastwood, Long, Leigh, McGuane.

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