Blackpool v Barnsley Match Report & Stats: 1-2 – Late Goal Clinches Win for Barnsley
| Competition | EFL League One |
|---|---|
| Date | 19 October 2022 |
| Teams | Blackpool vs Barnsley |
| Final Score | Blackpool 1-2 Barnsley |
Blackpool v Barnsley Match Report
Barnsley pulled off an impressive 2-1 victory away at Blackpool, breaking their winless run and causing a setback to Blackpool’s momentum under new manager Steve Bruce. The match featured a dramatic conclusion, with Barnsley snatching a late winner through Max Roberts.
The first half saw Blackpool trying to assert control, but it was Barnsley who took the lead in the 15th minute with Davis Keillor-Dunn capitalising on a pass from Russell. Blackpool responded with increasing pressure, but couldn’t convert their chances before the break.
In the second half, Blackpool found a lifeline in the 68th minute as Oliver Casey scored an equaliser from a set-piece situation, assisted by Evans. However, Barnsley refused to settle for a point. In the dying moments of the game, Roberts struck in the 90+2 minute after a pinpoint delivery from Connell, sealing an essential win for Barnsley at Bloomfield Road.
Key Moments
- 27’: Keillor-Dunn gave Barnsley the lead, connecting well with Russell’s pass to make it 1-0.
- 60’: A triple substitution by Blackpool in a bid to shift momentum, bringing on Pennington, Rhodes, and Onomah.
- 68’: Casey equalised for Blackpool, taking advantage of Barnsley’s poor marking from a set-piece.
- 90+2’: Roberts scored the winning goal for Barnsley, finishing expertly from Connell’s delivery.
Stats at a Glance
| Statistic | Blackpool | Barnsley |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 55% | 45% |
| Goal Attempts | 18 | 10 |
| Shots on Goal | 4 | 2 |
| Shots off Goal | 6 | 6 |
| Blocked Shots | 8 | 2 |
| Corner Kicks | 4 | 6 |
| Offsides | 1 | 3 |
| Goalkeeper Saves | 0 | 3 |
| Fouls | 11 | 12 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 1 |
Lineups
Blackpool (4-4-2):
Tyrer; Lawrence-Gabriel, Offiah, Casey, Coulson; Apter, Evans, Morgan, Embleton; Joseph, Ballard.
Substitutes: Pennington, Rhodes, Onomah, Ashworth, Carey, Fletcher.
Barnsley (3-1-4-2):
Slonina; de Gevigney, Roberts, Earl; Russell; O’Keeffe, Phillips, Connell (C), Gent; Keillor-Dunn, Humphrys.
Substitutes: Craig, Jalo, Pines, Yoganathan, Nwakali.
Pre-Match Predictions Evaluation
- Blackpool to Win (❌): Despite a promising start under Steve Bruce, Blackpool couldn’t hold off Barnsley, losing in a close contest.
- Blackpool 3-1 (❌): This ambitious prediction didn’t materialise as Barnsley tightened up defensively and managed to take their chances more effectively.
The prediction that Blackpool would secure a victory didn’t align with the match’s outcome, as Barnsley’s clinical approach and late goal from Max Roberts ensured that they took home all three points. It was a vital result for Barnsley, easing some pressure and adding to their confidence moving forward.
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