Date: Monday, 21 April 2025
Kick-Off: 15:00 GMT
Venue: Oakwell Stadium
Competition: Sky Bet League One
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Form | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Barnsley | D L L W L | 4 |
| Peterborough | L W L L D | 4 |
Barnsley: One win in their last nine games, inconsistent at best and often second-best.
Peterborough: It's been a tough spell for the Posh, with just one win in their last five games. Despite some resilience, they’ve only picked up five wins on the road all season, so their away form remains far from convincing.
Statistical Breakdown
| Barnsley | Peterborough | |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 12th | 17th |
| Goals Scored (Last 5) | 9 | 9 |
| Goals Conceded (Last 5) | 12 | 12 |
| BTTS (Last 5 Games) | 5/5 (100%) | 3/5 (60%) |
| Avg Goals per Game (H2H) | 2.95 | 2.95 |
| H2H Record (Last 19) | W8 D4 L7 | W7 D4 L8 |
| Home Form | Poor | — |
| Away Form | — | Poor |
| PPG at Home/Away (2024/25) | 1.19 (Home) | 0.95 (Away) |
- Barnsley have scored in 6 straight games.
- Peterborough’s last 5 have featured 21 total goals.
- Both teams to score? History says yes – BTTS has landed in 58% of their previous meetings.
The Opponent: Peterborough United
Darren Ferguson’s Posh might be in the bottom half, but they’ve shown just enough fight to avoid a relegation scrap – for now. Still chasing the points that would guarantee League One survival, they come into this one with more away wins than you’d expect – five in their last eight on the road.
Ricky-Jade Jones is the one to watch – pacey, persistent, and a poacher in form. Midfield injuries to Archie Collins and Cian Hayes weaken them, but their high-scoring streak keeps them dangerous.
Team News
Barnsley:
Stephen Humphrys is a doubt after limping off at Orient. That could see Corey O’Keefe move into a more advanced role alongside Jalo, Phillips, and Keillor-Dunn. Expect Flavell to remain in goal, while Connell and Russell anchor the midfield.
Expected XI:
Flavell; Bland, Roberts, McCarthy, Earl; Connell, Russell; Jalo, Phillips, O'Keefe; Keillor-Dunn
Peterborough United:
Archie Collins and Cian Hayes are ruled out with injuries sustained against Stockport. Ryan De Havilland is expected to partner Hector Kyprianou in midfield, while Poku and Odoh support Ricky-Jade Jones up front.
Expected XI:
Steer; Dornelly, Wallin, Fernandez, Mills; Kyprianou, De Havilland; Poku, Mothersille, Odoh; Jones
Tactics and Key Battles
Barnsley will likely look to start on the front foot, pressing from the front and hoping to create space for Keillor-Dunn and Jalo. The Reds need to capitalise on Peterborough’s defensive weaknesses, especially down the flanks.
The Posh will be dangerous on the counter. Jones will look to run in behind, and if Barnsley leave gaps, they’ll be punished. Midfield control will be crucial – Connell and Russell will need to dictate tempo and break up transitions.
Prediction
Neither side is watertight at the back, but both know where the goal is. With pressure off for Barnsley and survival on the line for Peterborough, expect an open contest.
Prediction: Barnsley 2 - 2 Peterborough United
Final Thoughts
There’s frustration in the air at Oakwell, but fans will still be hoping for a reaction. A win won’t save the season, but it could bring some much-needed optimism before the curtain falls. It’s time to give the supporters something to believe in again.
Come on, you Reds!
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