SAM Ricketts believes Oxford United have rediscovered their mojo ahead of the visit to his Shrewsbury Town tomorrow.

Both sides had dips after high-profile Emirates FA Cup fourth-round replays against Newcastle United and Liverpool.

But four wins on the spin for the U’s have got them back in the Sky Bet League One promotion mix.

The ex-U’s defender told Shrewsbury’s website: “They are also a side who struggled after an FA Cup run.

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“They have won a number of games on the bounce – they are starting to find their groove again.”

Shrewsbury frustrated Karl Robinson’s side in a goalless draw at the Kassam Stadium in December.

And when it comes to picking out the visitors’ main threats, they will not come as a surprise.

Ricketts said: “They have Matty Taylor who is a very, very good forward.

“They fire good service into him from wide areas.

“James Henry has good ability and has done well this season.

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“He has good experience and a good understanding of the game.

“He’s good with his right foot, whether that’s crosses, free-kicks or penalties.

“He’s got that quality that is certainly needed at the top end of the pitch.”