Jack Ross has a number of difficult selection calls to make ahead of the visit of the U’s, with competition for places rife across the park. But who do fans think should be handed an opportunity for the Black Cats? Scroll down and click through the pages to see the starting line-up fans picked via our @sunechosafc Twitter page:
5. LWB: Denver Hume
The youngster is set to be handed a big chance to impress this season - and 91% of fans believe he should start against Oxford. Photo: Ian Horrocks
6. CM: Dylan McGeouch
Ross has plenty of midfield options at his disposal this season - but 25% of fans believe that McGeouch should be handed a start. Photo: FRANK REID 2019
7. CM: George Dobson
46% of fans want o see the latest Sunderland signing handed a starting berth against Oxford - despite limited game time during pre-season. Photo: FRANK REID
8. AM: Elliot Embleton
The emergence of Embleton proved to be one of the major positives of Sunderland's pre-season campaign - and 47% of supporters believe he has earned the chance to show his worth in League One. Photo: FRANK REID