Barnsley vs Reading Predictions

Barnsley vs Reading is scheduled for kick off on 23 January, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Oakwell. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Barnsley and Reading. Barnsley have won 2 English Football League - League One matches against Reading out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent draw with Oxford U, Barnsley aims to claim a win. Barnsley have won 1 of their last 6 English Football League - League One matches at Oakwell. Reading's away record stands at 1 victory from 7 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Oxford U, Reading is determined to bounce back with a win against Barnsley.

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 92% of games. Their total stands at 12 goals and 55 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Reading have scored 25 goals with 68 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 71% of matches but conceded in 64% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Barnsley scored 12 goals while Reading scored 10 goals. Their last match on 24 Oct 2026 ended in 2-1 to Reading.