Barnsley vs Rotherham Predictions

Barnsley vs Rotherham is scheduled for kick off on 25 October, at 14:00. The game is set to take place at Oakwell, with Ben Speedie officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Barnsley currently holding the 15th position in the table 18 points ahead of Rotherham. Barnsley have won 3 English Football League - League One matches against Rotherham 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. Rotherham's away record stands at 4 victories from 23 games. Following their 3-2 loss to Wycombe, Rotherham 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 91% of games. Their total stands at 68 goals and 179 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Rotherham have scored 41 goals with 143 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 67% of matches but conceded in 78% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Barnsley scored 6 goals while Rotherham scored 2 goals. Their last match on 11 April 2026 ended in 3-1 to Barnsley.