Barnsley v Rotherham Match Report & Stats: 2-0 – Barnsley Secure South Yorkshire Derby Win Under Friday Night Lights
Updated: November 8, 2024 at 10:04 pm GMT+0
| Competition | League One |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, November 8, 2022 |
| Teams | Barnsley v Rotherham |
| Final Score | 2-0 |
| Venue | Oakwell Stadium |
Barnsley claimed a 2-0 victory over South Yorkshire rivals Rotherham in a Friday night clash at Oakwell, continuing their pursuit of a playoff spot. Goals from Russell and Humphrys ensured Barnsley took all three points, despite Rotherham’s resilient defence.
Barnsley v Rotherham Match Report
Barnsley entered this South Yorkshire Derby with a clear game plan, dominating possession and creating numerous chances against a Rotherham side that struggled to break through. Jonathan Russell opened the scoring for Barnsley in the 32nd minute, setting the tone for the home side. Rotherham’s attempts to respond fell short as they continued to face difficulties in the final third.
In the second half, Barnsley intensified their pressure, and in the 86th minute, Humphrys secured the win with a well-taken goal assisted by Killip. Rotherham’s away struggles continued, with the team only managing two shots on target over the course of the match.
Key Moments
- 32’ – Goal! Barnsley 1-0 Rotherham
Jonathan Russell scores the opener, putting Barnsley in the lead after an intense period of pressure. - 86’ – Goal! Barnsley 2-0 Rotherham
Substitute Humphrys doubles Barnsley’s advantage, capitalising on an assist from Killip.
Stats at a Glance
| Statistic | Barnsley | Rotherham |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.77 | 0.67 |
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Goal Attempts | 18 | 9 |
| Shots on Goal | 6 | 2 |
| Shots off Goal | 6 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 6 |
| Free Kicks | 11 | 12 |
| Corner Kicks | 8 | 5 |
| Offsides | 2 | 2 |
| Fouls | 12 | 11 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Completed Passes | 314 | 180 |
Lineups
Barnsley (3-4-1-2)
- Goalkeeper: Killip
- Defenders: de Gevigney, Earl, Roberts
- Midfielders: O'Keeffe, Russell, Connell (C), Gent, Phillips, Keillor-Dunn
- Forwards: Watters, Humphrys
Rotherham (4-3-1-2)
- Goalkeeper: Dawson
- Defenders: Rafferty, Raggett, Jules, James
- Midfielders: Odoffin, Kelly (C), Powell, McGuckin
- Forwards: Hugill, Nombe
Key Substitutes
- Barnsley: Humphrys (goal), Craig
- Rotherham: Hungbo, Tiehi, Holmes
Pre-Match Tips Review
- Barnsley to Win (11/10) ✅
Barnsley secured a 2-0 victory, making this prediction accurate as they controlled the game and capitalised on Rotherham’s lack of attacking threat. - Correct Score Prediction: Barnsley 3-1 (16/1) ❌
Although Barnsley scored twice and looked dominant, they kept a clean sheet, defying the expectation of a 3-1 scoreline. Rotherham’s inability to score highlights their ongoing challenges on the road.
Barnsley’s home win solidifies their playoff ambitions, while Rotherham will need to address their away form to climb the League One standings.
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