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Barnsley 2:1 Blackpool — Match Report

Gary RedknappGary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT
Barnsley beat Blackpool 2-1 in League One thanks to Amani Richards' 87th-minute winner. McGeehan and Bowler traded goals before Richards struck late to claim the points.
McGeehan opened the scoring for Barnsley in the 61st minute from a Patrick Kelly pass. Blackpool responded quickly through Bowler in the 65th, and the game looked headed for a draw until Richards converted the chance that made it 2-1.
Barnsley dominated the shot count 23-18 and held 61% possession, yet Blackpool's expected goals edged theirs 2.26 to 2.09. The home side converted two of five big chances, while Blackpool scored from one of their four, and that finishing difference decided the match.
Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Barnsley vs Blackpool?

Barnsley 2-1 Blackpool (League One).

Who scored?

Cameron McGeehan (61', assist Patrick Kelly) for Barnsley; Josh Bowler (65', assist Dion Charles) for Blackpool; Amani Richards (87') for Barnsley.

Was Barnsley's win deserved?

Not really — the opponent was the better side; Barnsley won on finishing.

Were there any cards in Barnsley vs Blackpool?

Yellow cards: George Honeyman (Blackpool); Finley Munroe (Blackpool); CJ Hamilton (Blackpool); Arley Kay (Barnsley); Karoy Anderson (Blackpool); Leo Farrell (Barnsley); Patrick Kelly (Barnsley).

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Head to Head meetings Barnsley - Blackpool

  • Matches10
  • The biggest draw0
  • The most effective match2-3
Barnsley logo

Barnsley

Blackpool logo

Blackpool

  • 3

    Victories

  • 0

    Draws

  • 7

    Victories

Victories

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3

7

Away team logo

Scored goals

Home team logo

9

16

Away team logo

Average per game

Home team logo

0.9

1.6

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The biggest victory

Home team logo

2-1

0-3

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Barnsley

Barnsley

Blackpool

Blackpool

Barnsley - Blackpool Best statistical picks

  • X2 hasn't lost in 3 of the last matches

  • Both teams scored in 4 of the last 5 matches

  • Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5

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