Barnsley continue to slide down the League One table after a poor run of form, taking just 0.80 points per game across their last five matches. Therefore, we predict that they will pick up only one point (2-2) from Saturday's game against Blackpool. Luca Connell remains suspended after his red card against Wigan, and his absence was felt in the heavy 4-1 FA Cup defeat to Liverpool. At Oakwell, Barnsley have been inconsistent, averaging 1.00 PPG, scoring 1.67 goals per game but conceding 2.33. Defensive issues persist, highlighted by just 0% home clean sheets and BTTS hitting in 67% of home fixtures. Their xGA at home sits at 1.02, but their overall concession rate of 2.40 suggests recurring lapses.
Blackpool, meanwhile, remain unpredictable but more efficient in the league than Barnsley. Despite three straight defeats in all competitions, they average 1.60 PPG overall, boosted by strong home form. Away from home, they score 1.80 goals per match and have yet to fail to score this season. Their games average a high 4.00 goals per away match, though they concede 2.20 on average. H2H history leans Blackpool’s way with 13 wins from 25 meetings.
With both teams regularly involved in high-scoring matches, another open contest looks likely. Therefore, we are tempted to place our bets on Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5 goals. Additionally Blackpool or Draw bet seems tempting due to their better form.
This League 1 match will be played on Saturday 17 January 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Barnsley vs Blackpool prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Barnsley 2 - 2 Blackpool
Barnsley vs Blackpool Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Davis Keillor-Dunn @ 125 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferBarnsley Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llldl | 0.80 |
| Home | wll | 1.00 |
| Away | wlldl | 0.71 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 33% | 14% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.40 | 4.00 | 3.14 |
| Scored | 1.00 | 1.67 | 0.71 |
| Conceded | 2.40 | 2.33 | 2.43 |
| BTTS | 60% | 67% | 57% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 0% | 14% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 33% | 29% |
| Expected Goals | 1.46 | 1.58 | 1.41 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.55 | 1.02 | 1.78 |
Blackpool Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwlll | 1.60 |
| Home | wdwwl | 2.00 |
| Away | lwwll | 1.20 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.70 | 3.40 | 4.00 |
| Scored | 2.10 | 2.40 | 1.80 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.00 | 2.20 |
| BTTS | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.36 | 1.52 | 1.19 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.59 | 1.23 | 1.95 |
Barnsley vs Blackpool Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Barnsley (32%)
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Blackpool (52%)
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