Cardiff City U21 1:2 Barnsley U21 — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Troy Perret’s first-half strike was not enough as Cardiff City U21 fell to a 1-2 defeat against Barnsley U21 in the Professional Development League, a result that sends Barnsley into a home meeting with Charlton Athletic U21 on 23 August. The match turned on a frantic three-minute spell before the interval, when Barnsley levelled matters in the 38th minute and then seized control of the contest.

Perret had given Cardiff the lead with a composed finish in the 34th minute, only for Barnsley to respond almost immediately through an unassisted effort two minutes before the break. The visitors then completed the turnaround in the 67th minute with a second goal that left Cardiff chasing the game, and despite their best efforts they could not find a way back into the contest.

The statistics told a tale of possession without penetration, as Cardiff enjoyed 61% of the ball yet mustered nothing beyond Perret’s early goal, while Barnsley’s efficiency on the counter proved decisive despite equal corner counts of six apiece. Perret was the standout performer, earning a rating of 9.16 out of ten for his goal and overall influence on the game. Barnsley now host Charlton Athletic U21 next.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Cardiff City U21 vs Barnsley U21?

Cardiff City U21 1-2 Barnsley U21 (Professional Development League).

Who scored?

Troy Perret (34') for Cardiff City U21.