Blackpool vs Barnsley - League One
Fixture Preview - 20 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
As Blackpool prepares to host Barnsley at Bloomfield Road on Saturday, the contrasting form of both teams adds an intriguing dynamic to this League One clash. Blackpool has struggled recently, recording just one win in their last five matches, while Barnsley comes into this fixture with a solid unbeaten streak, including three wins and two draws. This disparity in form could play a crucial role, especially considering Barnsley’s strong away record, having won six of the last ten encounters between these sides. One key angle to consider is Barnsley’s ability to find the net consistently, with five of the last ten head-to-head matches seeing both teams score. Given Blackpool's defensive vulnerabilities, particularly in their recent outings, it’s reasonable to expect a high-scoring affair. With Barnsley’s attacking momentum and Blackpool’s need to bounce back, this match could see both teams contributing to the scoreline, making the "Both Teams to Score" market an enticing option for punters.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Stevenage | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2 |  Cardiff City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 3 |  Barnsley | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 4 |  Bradford City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 5 |  Huddersfield Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 6 |  Luton Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 7 |  Lincoln City | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 8 |  Stockport County | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 9 |  Leyton Orient | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 10 |  Doncaster Rovers | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 11 |  Exeter City | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 12 |  Mansfield Town | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Wigan Athletic | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 |  AFC Wimbledon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 15 |  Bolton Wanderers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 16 |  Burton Albion | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 17 |  Rotherham United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 18 |  Blackpool | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Port Vale | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 20 |  Wycombe Wanderers | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 21 |  Reading | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 8, 2025 | Barnsley | 0–3 | Blackpool | League One |
| October 19, 2024 | Blackpool | 1–2 | Barnsley | League One |
| April 20, 2024 | Blackpool | 3–2 | Barnsley | League One |
| September 30, 2023 | Barnsley | 0–1 | Blackpool | League One |
| April 26, 2022 | Barnsley | 0–2 | Blackpool | Championship |
| September 25, 2021 | Blackpool | 1–0 | Barnsley | Championship |
| April 27, 2019 | Barnsley | 2–1 | Blackpool | League One |
| December 22, 2018 | Blackpool | 0–1 | Barnsley | League One |
| August 14, 2018 | Blackpool | 3–1 | Barnsley | Carabao Cup |
| January 17, 2017 | Barnsley | 1–2 | Blackpool | FA Cup |