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Match Information

Date 17/01/2026
Time 15:00:00
Tournament League 1
Barnsley Barnsley
Blackpool Blackpool

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HOME 47.6 Confidence Level (%)
DRAW 29.4 Confidence Level (%)
AWAY 31.7 Confidence Level (%)
Predicted Score 2-1
Half-Time Score 1-0

The Most Dangerous Players - Barnsley

The Most Dangerous Players - Blackpool

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Published at 11/01/2026

MATCH OVERVIEW

Barnsley and Blackpool face off in a pivotal League 1 match that could significantly impact their respective campaigns. Barnsley, playing at home, will aim to leverage their home advantage to climb the league table, while Blackpool seeks to disrupt their hosts' plans and gain crucial away points.

ODDS ANALYSIS

The average odds for this match are 2.1 for a Barnsley win, 3.4 for a draw, and 3.15 for a Blackpool victory. These odds suggest a slight edge for Barnsley, reflecting their home advantage. The probability of a Barnsley win stands at approximately 47.6%, a draw at 29.4%, and a Blackpool win at 31.7%. Given these odds, Barnsley is favored, but Blackpool's chances should not be underestimated.

TEAM ANALYSIS

Barnsley

  • Current Form: Barnsley has shown a balanced performance with an average of 1.57 goals per match and a possession rate of 54.9%.
  • Strengths: Strong dribbling skills with 13.57 successful dribbles per match and a solid passing game with 374 successful passes.
  • Weaknesses: Defensive vulnerabilities with 1.57 goals conceded per match.

Blackpool

  • Current Form: Blackpool averages 1.24 goals per match with a possession rate of 48.52%.
  • Strengths: Effective in duels, winning 106.2 per match, and a solid defensive rating of 291.25.
  • Weaknesses: Lower goal-scoring rate and fewer successful passes compared to Barnsley.

Head-to-Head

Historically, Barnsley and Blackpool have had closely contested matches, with Barnsley often having the upper hand at home.

KEY PLAYERS SPOTLIGHT

Barnsley

  • Davis Keillor-Dunn: Leading scorer with 11 goals, crucial for Barnsley's attacking play.
  • Josh Earl: Key defensive player with significant contributions in interceptions.

Blackpool

  • Ashley Fletcher: Top scorer with 10 goals, vital for Blackpool's offensive strategies.
  • Danny Imray: Important in midfield, contributing to both defense and attack.

STATISTICAL DEEP DIVE

  • Offensive Metrics: Barnsley averages 11 shots per match, with 3.86 on target, while Blackpool averages 9.32 shots with 3.28 on target.
  • Defensive Metrics: Barnsley has a higher interception rate, but Blackpool excels in clearances and duels.
  • Possession and Passing: Barnsley leads in possession and successful passes, indicating a more controlled style of play.

PREDICTION AND CONCLUSION

Based on the data, Barnsley is slightly favored to win, especially given their home advantage and superior passing game. However, Blackpool's resilience and ability to perform in duels could make this a tightly contested match. Key factors will include Barnsley's ability to capitalize on their possession and Blackpool's counter-attacking potential.

Final Score Prediction: Barnsley 2-1 Blackpool Half Time Score Prediction: Barnsley 1-0 Blackpool Both Teams to Score Probability: 61.9% Over 2.5 Goals Probability: 57.14%

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