Barnsley vs Reading Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 26 Nov 2024
Tykes Look Set to Land the Spoils
It could be beneficial to back Barnsley when they clash with Reading. There’s loads of value in the -120 that the home team get the job done and we’re therefore going to play the Full-Time Result market.
Teams Drew 2-2 in Last H2H Encounter
Barnsley lost their last game, suffering a 1-0 home defeat to Wigan Athletic at Oakwell Stadium.
Reading won their previous game. It was on the road where Peterborough United were beaten 2-1 at Weston Homes Stadium.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Oakwell Stadium played host to the last head-to-head between Barnsley and Reading. The clash ended in a 2-2 draw. In the past 8 meetings between these teams, there has been four draws. Reading have won three games and Barnsley one.
League One | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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2 | ![]() |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
18 | ![]() |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
Confirmed Lineups
Barnsley confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Ben Killip (GK), Mael Durand de Gevigney, Marc Roberts, Josh Earl, Corey O'Keeffe, Adam Phillips, Luca Connell, Jonathan Russell, Georgie Gent, Stephen Humphrys, Davis Keillor-Dunn.
Reading confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Joel Pereira (GK), Michael Craig, Louie Holzman, Tyler Bindon, Jeriel Dorsett, Ben Elliot, Lewis Wing, Charlie Savage, Chem Campbell, Sam Smith, Harvey Knibbs.
Barnsley vs Reading Prediction & Betting Tips
Barnsley look like a standout bet and we’re expecting them to triumph. There are odds of -120 that the home team win this League One clash and we’re confident that this is a value play.
We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.
Key Barnsley vs Reading league stats:
Barnsley to Win Probability
The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 54.6% prospect of winning. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
There’s an opportunity to back Barnsley at bigger odds on the Asian Handicap. The betting sites will create a series of lines and you can choose the one that makes the most appeal.

Correct Score Prediction
Our prediction for the correct score is Barnsley to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +480. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.
Barnsley vs Reading Odds
The bookies betting odds have Barnsley as -150 favourites for this League One clash, implying that they are 60% likely to win the match. Reading are the +350 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.
The Draw No Bet market is popular for League One matches, with the football betting sites offering Barnsley at -350 and Reading are priced at +250 for the win.







- League One: 13/04 2024 Barnsley 2 Reading 2
- League One: 09/12 2023 Reading 1 Barnsley 3
- Championship: 02/04 2022 Barnsley 1 Reading 1
- Championship: 16/10 2021 Reading 1 Barnsley 0
- Championship: 02/04 2021 Barnsley 1 Reading 1
- Championship: 19/09 2020 Reading 2 Barnsley 0
- Championship: 29/02 2020 Reading 2 Barnsley 0
- Championship: 11/12 2019 Barnsley 1 Reading 1


- 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 3 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 2.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Barnsley this season are Adam Phillips (5), Stephen Humphrys (4), Davis Keillor-Dunn (3)
- Top Assistors for Barnsley this season are Luca Connell (4), Corey O'Keeffe (3), Adam Phillips (2)
Barnsley vs Reading Lineups & Team News
Our Barnsley vs Reading team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.
We’re on hand to provide you with full details of the latest League One squads.
Barnsley Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Reading Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Barnsley Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Reading Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Barnsley Substitutes
- 5Donovan Pines
- 9Sam Cosgrove
- 11Fabio Jalo
- 12Jackson Smith
- 15Kyran Lofthouse
- 18Matthew Craig
- 50Kelechi Nwakali
Reading Substitutes
- 1David Button
- 19Jayden Wareham
- 28Mamadi Camara
- 30Andre Garcia
- 32Abraham Kanu
- 37Adrian Akande
- 39Ashqar Ahmed
Previous Barnsley Lineups
Previous Reading Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Luton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
2 | Barnsley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
3 | Blackpool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
4 | Bolton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
5 | Bradford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
6 | Burton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
7 | Cardiff | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
8 | Doncaster | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
9 | Exeter | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
10 | Huddersfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
11 | Leyton Orient | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
12 | Lincoln | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
13 | Mansfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
14 | Northampton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
15 | Peterborough | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
16 | Plymouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
17 | Port Vale | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
18 | Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
19 | Rotherham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
20 | Stevenage | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
21 | Stockport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
22 | Wigan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
23 | Wycombe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
24 | Wimbledon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Luton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
2 | Barnsley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
3 | Blackpool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
4 | Bolton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
5 | Bradford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
6 | Burton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
7 | Cardiff | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
8 | Doncaster | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
9 | Exeter | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
10 | Huddersfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
11 | Leyton Orient | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
12 | Lincoln | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
13 | Mansfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
14 | Northampton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
15 | Peterborough | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
16 | Plymouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
17 | Port Vale | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
18 | Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
19 | Rotherham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
20 | Stevenage | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
21 | Stockport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
22 | Wigan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
23 | Wycombe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
24 | Wimbledon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |


















































