LONG: JUST WATCH US BLOOM NOW

SAM LONG was frustrated not to launch Matt Bloomfield's reign with all three points.

- BY JASON MELLOR

Second-bottom Oxford put Bristol City under the cosh but were unable to force a victory, leaving them five points adrift of safety.

Bloomfield's arrival has lifted spirits and experienced fullback Long (right) believes the former Luton and Wycombe boss has what it takes to lead the Us to safety.