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 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Cambridge U, Barnsley is determined to redeem themselves. 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 5 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Wigan, 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 78% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 89% of games. Their total stands at 9 goals and 46 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Reading have scored 22 goals with 54 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 80% of matches but conceded in 70% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Barnsley scored 11 goals while Reading scored 8 goals. Their last match on 24 Jan 2026 ended in a 2-2 draw.