Barnsley vs Rotherham United - Carabao Cup
Fixture Preview - 26 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Barnsley welcomes Rotherham United to Oakwell Stadium for their Carabao Cup clash on Tuesday night. Both teams have shown mixed form recently, with Barnsley securing three wins in their last five matches, while Rotherham managed to bounce back with two victories after a shaky start. The hosts will be keen to leverage their home advantage, where they have historically performed well against Rotherham, winning four of the last ten encounters. One key angle to consider is Barnsley's attacking prowess, as they have demonstrated a more consistent goal-scoring ability compared to Rotherham. With the potential for both teams to find the net, it’s worth noting that the last ten head-to-head matches have seen both teams score in only two instances. However, Barnsley's recent form suggests they could exploit Rotherham's defensive vulnerabilities. Expect a competitive match, but Barnsley may have the edge given their current momentum and home support.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
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| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2025 |  Rotherham United | 0–1 |  Barnsley | League One |
| November 8, 2024 | Barnsley | 2–0 | Rotherham United | League One |
| April 24, 2021 | Barnsley | 1–0 | Rotherham United | Championship |
| December 29, 2020 | Rotherham United | 1–2 | Barnsley | Championship |
| July 29, 2017 | Rotherham United | 4–0 | Barnsley | Club Friendlies 1 |
| January 28, 2017 | Rotherham United | 0–1 | Barnsley | Championship |
| August 27, 2016 | Barnsley | 4–0 | Rotherham United | Championship |
| November 18, 2005 | Barnsley | 1–1 | Rotherham United | League One |
| October 24, 2005 | Rotherham United | 0–1 | Barnsley | League One |