The Saints were beaten at home to Oxford City: Leigh Page
St Albans City's promotion hopes suffered a setback after losing 4-2 at home to Oxford City in National League South.
The visitors opened the scoring after just seven minutes when James Roberts netted from close range.
It was quickly 2-0 when Jefferson Louis took advantage of a misplaced pass from the hosts.
Oxford added a third goal when Reece Fleet fired home to stun the Saints.
City responded strongly though and two goals from Jamie Cureton gave them hope heading into the second half.
Oxford clinched the points midway through the second period when Louis beat the offside trap to score their fourth goal.
The Saints will hope to avenge this defeat on New Year's Day when they travel to Oxford City.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article