Barnsley FC vs Bristol Rovers FC, League One 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Barnsley FC vs Bristol Rovers FC — League One at Oakwell Ground.
- Barnsley FC 46 games · 59 pts (2026/27)
- Bristol Rovers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Scott Jackson
- Assistant 1 Graeme Fyvie
- Assistant 2 Richard Wigglesworth
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 46 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford City AFC | 46 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage FC | 46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton Town FC | 46 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 46 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 46 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield Town FC | 46 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 46 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading FC | 46 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool FC | 46 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 46 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley FC | 46 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan Athletic FC | 46 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton Albion FC | 46 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough United FC | 46 | 53 |
| 19 | AFC Wimbledon | 46 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient FC | 46 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Jan | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 01 Jan | Wigan Athletic FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 29 Dec | Peterborough United FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 26 Dec | Port Vale FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 23 Dec | Stevenage FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 16 Dec | Charlton Athletic FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Jan | Barnsley FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 06 Jan | Norwich City FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 01 Jan | Wycombe Wanderers FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 29 Dec | Charlton Athletic FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Portsmouth FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 23 Dec | Blackpool FC | A | 1–3 | L |
Key Stats
67%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (9 games)
H2H (9 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' We are underway at Oakwell Ground. The crowd does wile while the referee lows the starting whistle.
- 5' Supporters expect more eagerness from Callum Styles, as he is very good at scoring at Oakwell Ground with 2 goals in the last 2 games.
- 10' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 15' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Barnsley FC and Bristol Rovers FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 20' Over 20 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 21' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for John McAtee.
- 26' Chris Martin has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 24 cards already picked up this season.
- 31' Barnsley FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Bristol Rovers FC backline.
- 36' Bristol Rovers FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 41' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. John Marquis made 235 appearances and scored 95 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 43' Barnsley FC is taking the lead after the goal scored by Devante Cole on 43.
- 48' With 0 assists to his name this season, Jack Shepherd is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Barnsley FC.
- 53' It’s high time Neill Collins made some changes to put the his team’s game back to action.
- 58' The energy levels are beginning to show. Matt Taylor might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 61' A change in the Barnsley FC ranks — Jonathan Russell exits the field as Sam Cosgrove enters on 61.
- 66' Bristol Rovers FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Jack Hunt is hanging Jevani Brown on the field on 66 minute.
- 67' Mael de Gevigney has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 67.
- 68' The Scotland Chris Martin breaks the deadlock on 68 minutes. 1-1!
- 73' What a moment for Corey O'Keeffe! That strike on 73 puts his side firmly in control.
- 78' Bristol Rovers FC is showing some good football. However, Bristol Rovers FC are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 79' It’s a booking for Barnsley FC player. Herbie Kane gets a card.
- 80' Another change for Bristol Rovers FC made on 80 minute. James Connolly leaves to be changed by Aaron Collins.
- 85' Barnsley FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Bristol Rovers FC's shape.
- 90' Antony Evans is having his name booked by the referee on 90.
- 90' It is a substitution in Barnsley FC team. Devante Cole is replaced by Max Watters on 90 minute.
- Barnsley FC celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
Barnsley FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
-
44
Devante Cole ↓ Max Watters 90'
- 8
- 20
- 1
- 45
- 30
- 22
-
3
Jonathan Russell ↓ Sam Cosgrove 61'
- 6
- 41
Bench
- 23
- 17
-
9
Sam Cosgrove ↑ 61'
- 7
-
36
Max Watters ↑ 90'
- 12
- 4
Coach
Neill Collins
Bristol Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 18
- 6
-
11
Luke Thomas ↓ James Gibbons 80'
-
20
Jevani Brown ↓ Jack Hunt 66'
- 4
- 21
-
23
Luke McCormick ↓ John Marquis 66'
- 25
- 33
- 19
-
2
James Connolly ↓ Aaron Collins 80'
Bench
-
42
Jack Hunt ↑ 66'
-
9
John Marquis ↑ 66'
-
10
Aaron Collins ↑ 80'
-
28
James Gibbons ↑ 80'
- 7
- 30
- 31
Coach
Matt Taylor
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ruel Sotiriou | 2 |
| Alex Rodman | 2 |
| Devante Cole | 2 |
| Adam Phillips | 1 |
| Alex Mowatt | 1 |
| Davis Keillor-Dunn | 1 |
| Kieffer Moore | 1 |
| Joshua Earl | 1 |
Head to Head
Barnsley FC Form
Bristol Rovers FC Form
2024-01-13
Barnsley FC
2–1
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2024-01-06
Norwich City FC
1–1
Bristol Rovers FC
D
2024-01-01
Wycombe Wanderers FC
3–2
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2023-12-29
Bristol Rovers FC
2–1
Charlton Athletic FC
W
2023-12-26
Bristol Rovers FC
2–1
Portsmouth FC
W
2023-12-23
Blackpool FC
3–1
Bristol Rovers FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.51
Barnsley FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.05
Bristol Rovers FC xG
I would bet for:
Markets are evenly balanced — no clear value pick.
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Barnsley FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.56
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 1.5 | 72% |
|
28% |
| ± 2.5 | 47% |
|
53% |
| ± 3.5 | 26% |
|
74% |
| ± 4.5 | 12% |
|
88% |
Double Chance
Barnsley FC or Draw
77%
Draw or Bristol Rovers FC
50%
Barnsley FC or Bristol Rovers FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Barnsley FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
13.2%
1 – 0
10.7%
0 – 0
9.8%
2 – 1
Actual
2 – 0
8.6%
0 – 1
7%
1 – 2
6.2%
2 – 2
4.7%
3 – 1
4.5%
3 – 0
4.3%
0 – 2
4.1%
3 – 2
2.5%
Asian Handicap — Barnsley FC
| Handicap | Barnsley FC covers | Push | Bristol Rovers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -2 | 10% | 14% | 76% |
| -1.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| -1 | 24% | 23% | 54% |
| -0.5 | 46% | — | 54% |
| +0.5 | 75% | — | 25% |
| +1 | 75% | 15% | 10% |
| +1.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
| +2 | 90% | 7% | 3% |
| +2.5 | 97% | — | 3% |
Clean Sheet
Barnsley FC keeps clean sheet
36%
✓
Bristol Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.