TYLER Goodrham could not stop smiling after his sensational solo goal gave Oxford United a dramatic win over Cambridge United.

The forward, who turned 19 yesterday, took possession in the third minute of second-half stoppage-time and beat two defenders, before rifling into the roof of the net.

Goodrham was mobbed by his teammates as fans, players and staff went wild, with head coach Karl Robinson booked for sprinting down the touchline to join the celebrations.

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It was a remarkable goal considering the teenager was making his league debut and had only been on the pitch seven minutes.

Robinson threw Goodrham on as the U’s searched for their first points of the Sky Bet League One season and the youngster was thrilled to mark his birthday weekend by opening his account for the club.

He said: “When I had the shot I fell over, so I didn’t see it go in.

“I heard everyone celebrate and just had this rush of emotions.

“I think I went through every emotion under the sun. I was delighted, excited, so I can’t explain how it felt.

“I didn’t think I’d get out of the bundle. They’re a good bunch and they look after me.”

Goodrham was an unused substitute at Derby County the previous weekend and his family were in the South Stand at the Kassam Stadium.

There was one notable absentee, though, with the teenager’s Dad playing cricket for Buckinghamshire side Taplow CC.

“I had my uncle, my mum and my girlfriend all here, they were all sitting up in that stand so I sprinted over to celebrate with them,” he said.

“My Dad came to Derby last week and got someone to cover for him, but I don’t think he could miss two.

“He’ll be kicking himself and I’ll be giving him some stick.”

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Goodrham’s goal salvaged a disappointing display from United, who looked set for a stalemate in their opening home game of the season.

And the teenager was grateful Robinson turned to him at a crucial time.

Goodrham said: “He said ‘go and be direct and express yourself’, and that’s exactly what I did.

“It’s nice because he gives us the licence to go forward and be positive.

“He puts his arm around me a lot and I know if I ever need anything I can knock on his door.”