Oxford United FC vs Barnsley FC, League One 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Oxford United FC vs Barnsley FC — League One at Kassam Stadium.
- Oxford 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
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Feb | Barnsley FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 28 Jan | Burton Albion FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 24 Jan | Wycombe Wanderers FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 21 Jan | Ipswich Town FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 14 Jan | Fleetwood Town FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 09 Jan | Arsenal FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Feb | Oxford United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 21 Jan | Accrington Stanley FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 14 Jan | Charlton Athletic FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 08 Jan | Derby County FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 02 Jan | Bolton Wanderers FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 29 Dec | Fleetwood Town FC | H | 2–1 | W |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (6 games)
H2H (6 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and Oxford United FC launch into their encounter with Barnsley FC.
- 5' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 10' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 15' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 20' It looks like no one’s ball. Oxford United FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 24' Another substitution for Oxford United FC to replace Cameron Brannagan by Marcus McGuane on 24 minute.
- 29' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 29 minutes.
- 30' The deadlock is broken! Bobby Thomas gets on the scoresheet on 30 minutes.
- 31' Goal! Bobby Thomas scores his 19 goal in 342 matches.
- 36' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 41' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 46' It looks surprising Oxford United FC does not make any changes. Billy Bodin has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 51' Oxford United FC have won 485 goals from 366 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 56' Oxford United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Barnsley FC backline.
- 58' What composure from Nicky Cadden! The Scotland international strokes it home. 0-3.
- 59' Nicky Cadden adds to his 0 season tally! Barnsley FC lead 0-4 — and this changes everything.
- 62' Time for substitution for Oxford United FC. Ateef Konate is replaced by Tyler Smith.
- 67' Oxford United FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Barnsley FC's shape.
- 69' Barnsley FC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 69.
- 71' Elliott Moore does the damage! The net is bulging and Oxford United FC surge ahead!
- 73' Barnsley FC make a change. Devante Cole trudges off to be replaced by Max Watters on 73 minutes.
- 75' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Luca Connell on 75 minutes.
- 80' The 34-year-old Yanic Wildschut has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 81' Barnsley FC player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 84' Fresh legs for Oxford United FC! Gatlin O'Donkor comes on to replace Lewis Bate.
- 89' Barnsley FC make a change. James Norwood trudges off to be replaced by Josh Martin on 89 minutes.
- 90' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Josh Martin.
- It finishes all square. Oxford United FC and Barnsley FC share the spoils 1-2.
Lineups
Oxford United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 16
- 7
- 30
- 13
- 2
- 8
- 33
- 5
-
20
Ateef Konate ↓ Tyler Smith 62'
- 22
-
14
Lewis Bate ↓ Gatlin O'Donkor 84'
Bench
-
19
Tyler Smith ↑ 62'
- 3
-
18
Marcus McGuane ↑ 24'
- 4
-
39
Gatlin O'Donkor ↑ 84'
-
27
Tyler Goodrham ↑ 62'
- 21
Coach
Karl Robinson
Barnsley FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
-
44
Devante Cole ↓ Max Watters 73'
- 40
- 8
- 7
- 30
- 5
-
9
James Norwood ↓ Josh Martin 89'
- 48
- 6
- 12
Bench
- 23
- 22
-
47
Max Watters ↑ 73'
-
14
Josh Martin ↑ 89'
- 1
- 26
Coach
Michael Duff
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Mamadou Thiam | 3 |
| Bobby Thomas | 2 |
| Slobodan Tedic | 2 |
| Mamadou Thiam | 2 |
| Nicky Cadden | 2 |
| Brad Potts | 1 |
| Elliott Moore | 1 |
| Victor Adeboyejo | 1 |
Head to Head
Oxford United FC Form
Barnsley FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.32
Oxford United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.5
Barnsley FC xG
I would bet for:
Oxford United FC or Barnsley FC 72% + Both teams to score 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Barnsley FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.82
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 77% |
|
23% |
| ± 2.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 3.5 | 31% |
|
69% |
| ± 4.5 | 16% |
|
84% |
Double Chance
Oxford United FC or Draw
60%
Draw or Barnsley FC
68%
Oxford United FC or Barnsley FC
72%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Barnsley FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.7%
1 – 2
Actual
0 – 1
8%
0 – 0
7.8%
2 – 1
7.5%
1 – 0
6.9%
0 – 2
6.6%
2 – 2
5.6%
2 – 0
5.1%
1 – 3
4.3%
3 – 1
3.3%
0 – 3
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Oxford United FC
| Handicap | Oxford United FC covers | Push | Barnsley FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 5% | — | 95% |
| -2 | 5% | 9% | 86% |
| -1.5 | 14% | — | 86% |
| -1 | 14% | 17% | 68% |
| -0.5 | 32% | — | 68% |
| +0.5 | 60% | — | 40% |
| +1 | 60% | 20% | 20% |
| +1.5 | 80% | — | 20% |
| +2 | 80% | 12% | 8% |
| +2.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
Clean Sheet
Oxford United FC keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Barnsley FC keeps clean sheet
28%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.