Gary Hudson, known among fans as "Fred Big Ox", had vowed not to shave until the English Championship side were given another spot-kick. While he waited, he wore a yellow wig and blue beard at matches to raise money for a mental health charity. Oxford had not been awarded a penalty since May 2024 when Cameron Brannagan scored in a 1-1 draw at Peterborough United in the League One promotion semi-finals. The drought ended on Saturday at the Kassam Stadium when Brannagan converted a spot-kick in Oxford's 1-1 draw with Charlton Athletic. Hudson celebrated by throwing the wig and beard into the air before shaving off his real facial hair live on BBC Radio on Monday morning.

Source: BBC March 16, 2026 20:29 UTC