Peterborough United vs Barnsley prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on September 15, 2026
EFL Cup (Carabao Cup)
In the Round of 32 of the English League Cup on September 15, 2026, Peterborough United will face Barnsley. Neither side will want their cup run to end at this stage.
Peterborough United vs Barnsley team news and expert analysis
The Peterborough club failed to retain their Championship status again at the start of the decade. Last season, they finished only 18th in League One. They have also suffered plenty of defeats this time around. In the latest round, they drew 1-1 with MK Dons.
The Oakwell side were only slightly better than their current opponents in 2025/2026. They finished that campaign 15th with 59 points. They began this season with a defeat to Bromley, but after drawing with Doncaster, they started winning. However, they suffered heavy defeats at home to Stevenage and away to Plymouth.
Edwards and his teammates began their cup campaign back in early August, narrowly beating Bristol Rovers away from home. They then went on to thrash Watford 5-1 on the road. Stendel's side needed penalties to overcome Wigan after a 1-1 draw. They then came out on top in a shootout against Crewe, winning 3-2.
Head to Head matches: Peterborough United vs Barnsley
With two draws, Barnsley have won four of the last six meetings, including each of the last three.
The hosts are considered favourites, but neither side has been particularly impressive. We are backing under 3.0 total goals (odds – 1.60).
Peterborough United vs Barnsley: key statistics and trends
- Peterborough United have alternated between defeats and draws in their last four matches
- Peterborough United are averaging 0.67 goals scored and 1.67 conceded per match
- 50% of Peterborough United's matches have featured goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.33 goals per game
- Barnsley have lost two matches in a row
- Barnsley are averaging 1 goal scored and 1.83 conceded per match
- 50% of Barnsley's matches have featured goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.83 goals per game
Peterborough United vs Barnsley: Possible starting lineups
Peterborough United play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Bass - Mills, Okagbue, Feeney, Dornelly - Jones, Kelly - Williams, Khela, Edwards - Leonard
Barnsley play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Ravenhill - Kay, Gale, O'Riordan, Noslin - McGeen, Bland - Kelly, Alker, Cleary - Kirk
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