Cambridge United FC vs Barnsley FC, League One 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Cambridge United FC vs Barnsley FC — League One at Abbey Stadium.
- Cambridge United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Barnsley FC 46 games · 59 pts (2026/27)
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
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | Barnsley FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 13 Sep | Cheltenham Town FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 03 Sep | Lincoln City FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 27 Aug | Burton Albion FC | H | 4–3 | W |
| 20 Aug | Charlton Athletic FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 16 Aug | Portsmouth FC | A | 1–4 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | Cambridge United FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 13 Sep | Port Vale FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 03 Sep | Sheffield Wednesday FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 27 Aug | Ipswich Town FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 20 Aug | Wycombe Wanderers FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 16 Aug | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 3–0 | W |
Key Stats
33%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (6 games)
H2H (6 games)
33%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Temperatures are rising at Abbey Stadium as Cambridge United FC face off against Barnsley FC in what promises to be a fascinating contest.
- 5' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 5 minutes.
- 10' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 14' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Liam Kitching.
- 19' Cambridge United FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 24' with the perfectly-timed delivery and Devante Cole makes no mistake. 0-1!
- 29' Harrison Dunk was booked on 29.
- 34' England international James Norwood has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 39' Both keepers have barely been tested. Cambridge United FC and Barnsley FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 44' The referee has no hesitation. Devante Cole is booked for Barnsley FC — Yellow card on 44.
- 49' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 54' The energy levels are beginning to show. Mark Bonner might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 59' A tactical swap from Barnsley FC — Jamie Searle on, Bradley Collins off on 59 minutes.
- 64' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 68' The referee does not hesitate — a Red card for Liam Kitching on 68 minutes.
- 70' Another change for Barnsley FC made on 70 minute. Thomas Edwards leaves to be changed by Nicky Cadden.
- 70' A moment of madness from Luke Thomas on 70 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Barnsley FC will be frustrated.
- 73' Joe Ironside has so much to prove this time. He replaces James Brophy on 73 minute.
- 74' Cambridge United FC ring the changes. Liam O'Neil has done his job and it is now time for Adam May to step up.
- 75' The whistle greets Jack Aitchison as he departs to be replaced by Josh Benson.
- 76' The England Robbie Cundy breaks the deadlock on 76 minutes. 0-2!
- 81' Matty Wolfe is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Cambridge United FC so far.
- 84' Jack Lankester has so much to prove this time. He replaces Harvey Knibbs on 84 minute.
- 89' Sam Smith was booked on 89.
- The points are shared — Cambridge United FC 0-3 Barnsley FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Cambridge United FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
7
James Brophy ↓ Joe Ironside 73'
- 2
- 10
- 1
-
8
Liam O'Neil ↓ Adam May 74'
- 11
- 4
- 6
-
26
Harvey Knibbs ↓ Jack Lankester 84'
-
18
Shilow Tracey ↓ Saikou Janneh 84'
- 15
Bench
-
17
Saikou Janneh ↑ 84'
-
14
Jack Lankester ↑ 84'
- 20
-
19
Adam May ↑ 74'
-
9
Joe Ironside ↑ 73'
- 16
- 25
Coach
Mark Bonner
Barnsley FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
3
Thomas Edwards ↓ Nicky Cadden 70'
- 2
- 44
-
40
Bradley Collins ↓ Jamie Searle 59'
- 8
- 24
-
16
Luke Thomas ↓ James Norwood 75'
- 5
- 6
-
27
Jack Aitchison ↓ Josh Benson 75'
- 33
Bench
-
7
Nicky Cadden ↑ 70'
- 21
-
9
James Norwood ↑ 75'
-
10
Josh Benson ↑ 75'
- 14
- 23
-
20
Jamie Searle ↑ 59'
Coach
Michael Duff
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Max Watters | 2 |
| James Norwood | 1 |
| Jordan Williams | 1 |
| Nicky Cadden | 1 |
| Jonathan Russell | 1 |
| Mael de Gevigney | 1 |
| Gassan Ahadme | 1 |
| Stephen Humphrys | 1 |
Head to Head
Cambridge United FC Form
2022-09-17
Cambridge United FC
0–3
Barnsley FC
L
2022-09-13
Cheltenham Town FC
2–1
Cambridge United FC
L
2022-09-03
Cambridge United FC
2–0
Lincoln City FC
W
2022-08-27
Cambridge United FC
4–3
Burton Albion FC
W
2022-08-20
Charlton Athletic FC
1–1
Cambridge United FC
D
2022-08-16
Portsmouth FC
4–1
Cambridge United FC
L
Barnsley FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.01
Cambridge United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.85
Barnsley FC xG
I would bet for:
Markets are evenly balanced — no clear value pick.
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Barnsley FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.86
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 2.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 3.5 | 32% |
|
68% |
| ± 4.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
Double Chance
Cambridge United FC or Draw
50%
Draw or Barnsley FC
76%
Cambridge United FC or Barnsley FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Barnsley FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.6%
0 – 1
9.9%
0 – 2
9.7%
1 – 2
9.5%
0 – 0
7.6%
1 – 3
5.9%
0 – 3
Actual
2 – 1
5.2%
1 – 0
5%
2 – 2
4.8%
2 – 3
3%
2 – 0
2.9%
Asian Handicap — Cambridge United FC
| Handicap | Cambridge United FC covers | Push | Barnsley FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 2% | — | 98% |
| -2 | 2% | 5% | 93% |
| -1.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -1 | 7% | 12% | 81% |
| -0.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| +0.5 | 44% | — | 56% |
| +1 | 44% | 23% | 33% |
| +1.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| +2 | 67% | 17% | 15% |
| +2.5 | 85% | — | 15% |
Clean Sheet
Cambridge United FC keeps clean sheet
17%
✓
Barnsley FC keeps clean sheet
37%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.