Barnsley vs Mansfield Predictions

Barnsley vs Mansfield is scheduled for kick off on 26 December, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Oakwell, with Martin Coy officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Barnsley and Mansfield. Barnsley have lost 3 English Football League - League One matches to Mansfield out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Stockport, Barnsley is determined to redeem themselves. Barnsley have won 9 of their last 23 English Football League - League One matches at Oakwell. Mansfield's away record stands at 7 victories from 23 games. Following their 5-4 triumph over Cardiff, Mansfield have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Barnsley on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Barnsley have scored over 1.5 goals in 83% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 91% of games. Their total stands at 68 goals and 179 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Mansfield have scored 62 goals with 165 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 74% of matches but conceded in 65% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Barnsley scored 6 goals while Mansfield scored 9 goals. Their last match on 14 March 2026 ended in a 2-2 draw.