THE Oxford Mail player ratings for Oxford United's 3-1 defeat at AFC Wimbledon.

JACK STEVENS

Little he could do about the goals, safe display otherwise - 6

ANTHONY FORDE

Applied himself as best he could, but understandably still learning the role - 6

Read the match report here

ELLIOTT MOORE

Not his best afternoon, sloppy free-kick for the equaliser - 5.5

JORDAN THORNILEY

Had an extra man to mark for the second goal, generally solid though - 7

STEVE SEDDON

Useful outlet going forward, beaten a few times defensively. BOOKED - 6.5

JAMES HENRY

Busy display and came close to scoring a couple of times - 7

Read also: Karl Robinson on set-pieces and tactical changes

ALEX GORRIN

The tempo of the game made it tough for him to have his usual impact - 6

CAMERON BRANNAGAN

Got into scoring positions plenty of times, committed until the end - 7

MARK SYKES

Deserved his goal for an excellent display. MAN OF THE MATCH - 8

HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the goals here

MATTY TAYLOR

The Wimbledon centre backs had the better of him - 5.5

RYAN WILLIAMS

Straight back in the groove, but should have scored after the break - 6.5

SUBSTITUTES

Nathan Holland (for Williams, 66)

His chance at 1-1 was a huge moment - 4

Sam Winnall (for Sykes, 72)

Not falling for him right now - 4.5

Herbie Kane (for Gorrin, 72)

Unable to change the game’s momentum - 5.5

Unused: Eastwood, McNally, Mousinho, Agyei.