Aldershot Town face Oxford United in pre-season test
Aldershot Town, 20th in National League, face Oxford United in their opening pre-season game on Tuesday, July 21, at the EBB Stadium. The Shots have made several signings, including former Bromley striker Marcus Dinanga, and will be looking to build on their 2-0 win over Portsmouth.
What happened?
Aldershot Town will play in the National League for the 2026/27 season, after finishing 20th last season and narrowly surviving relegation. The Shots have a proud history that includes spells in the Football League, and remain a well-supported side with ambitions of returning to the Football League.
Why it matters for Aldershot Town
The Shots will be led by Scott Davies, who is in his first season as manager after being appointed ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Davies enjoyed three loan spells with the club and played a key role in their 2007/08 promotion-winning side. He arrived from Slough Town, where he impressed as player-manager, and is looking to build a young, competitive team while bringing an energetic, attacking style of football back to the EBB Stadium.
What comes next?
Aldershot Town head into Saturday's meeting with four pre-season friendlies already under their belt. Their most recent outing saw them record an impressive 2-0 victory over Championship side Portsmouth at the EBB Stadium on Wednesday evening, with two goals in the space of just two first-half minutes proving enough to seal the win. The Shots have also been busy in the transfer market, making several early additions as they look to add greater pace and attacking impetus to the squad.
Key players to watch
For the U's, several players will be looking to stake their claim for a place in the starting XI ahead of the new season. One player supporters will be particularly excited to see back in action is Tyler Goodrham, following an injury-hit campaign that kept the young attacker sidelined for long spells. Despite already making more than 150 appearances for the Club, it's easy to forget that Goodrham is still only 22. After enduring a frustrating season disrupted by injury, he will be hoping for a sustained run of fitness as United prepare for life back in League One.
Recent form
Aldershot Town's recent form has been LLLLL, with their last result being a 0-2 loss to Truro City on April 25, 2026. They currently sit 20th in the National League, with 46 points from 46 games, and are 62 points behind leaders York. They have scored 69 goals this season, but conceded 87, leaving them with a -18 goal difference.
