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Reading vs Barnsley (2026-01-24T15:00:00.000Z)

League One Round 28
  • Select Car Leasing Stadium
  • Leigh Doughty
2 - 2Full time

Reading vs Barnsley (2026-01-24T15:00:00.000Z)



Momentum

    Top stats

    Ball possession
    64%
    36%
  • 1.38
    Expected goals (xG)
    1.03
  • 10
    Total shots
    3
  • 2
    Big chances
    1

Events

19‎’‎
Jack Shepherd
Haydon Roberts (1 - 0)
32‎’‎
57‎’‎
Jack Marriott (2 - 2)
84‎’‎
6.6

Reading

4-2-3-1

6.7

Barnsley

4-2-3-1
6.6
Reading
4-2-3-1
5.8
1Pereira
6.7
Barnsley
4-2-3-1

Coach

Coach

Substitutes

Team form


    Top stats

    Ball possession
    64%
    36%
  • 1.38
    Expected goals (xG)
    1.03
  • 10
    Total shots
    3
  • 2
    Big chances
    1

Player of the Match

David McGoldrick
Barnsley
8.1

About the match

    Reading faces Barnsley at Select Car Leasing Stadium on Sat, Jan 24, 2026, 15:00 UTC. This match is part of the League One. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Reading and Barnsley have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Reading vs Barnsley live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Reading (4-2-3-1): Joel Pereira - Andy Yiadom, Paudie O'Connor, Haydon Roberts, Jeriel Dorsett - Lewis Wing, Charlie Savage - Daniel Kyerewaa, Kamari Doyle, Paddy Lane - Jack Marriott.
    Barnsley (4-2-3-1): Owen Goodman - Tennai Watson, Eoghan O'Connell, Jack Shepherd, Nathanael Ogbeta - Jonathan Bland, Adam Phillips - Corey O'Keeffe, Patrick Kelly, Reyes Cleary - David McGoldrick.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Reading and Barnsley have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Reading 8 win(s), Barnsley 5 win(s), and 8 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Reading vs Barnsley, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Insights

  • Have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Jack Marriott has the most shots on target per match for Reading (1.5)

  • Lewis Wing has created the most big chances for Reading (6)

  • Have scored 6 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Barnsley haven't lost to Reading in their last 6 meetings (3W, 3D).

  • Haven't kept a clean sheet in 8 matches

Select Car Leasing StadiumReading, Berkshire, England
Capacity24,200
Attendance12,101
50%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
9°C
  • Leigh Doughty

Who will win?


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Select Car Leasing StadiumReading, Berkshire, England
Capacity24,200
Attendance12,101
50%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
9°C

About the match

    Reading faces Barnsley at Select Car Leasing Stadium on Sat, Jan 24, 2026, 15:00 UTC. This match is part of the League One. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Reading and Barnsley have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Reading vs Barnsley live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Reading (4-2-3-1): Joel Pereira - Andy Yiadom, Paudie O'Connor, Haydon Roberts, Jeriel Dorsett - Lewis Wing, Charlie Savage - Daniel Kyerewaa, Kamari Doyle, Paddy Lane - Jack Marriott.
    Barnsley (4-2-3-1): Owen Goodman - Tennai Watson, Eoghan O'Connell, Jack Shepherd, Nathanael Ogbeta - Jonathan Bland, Adam Phillips - Corey O'Keeffe, Patrick Kelly, Reyes Cleary - David McGoldrick.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Reading and Barnsley have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Reading 8 win(s), Barnsley 5 win(s), and 8 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Reading vs Barnsley, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Insights

  • Have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Jack Marriott has the most shots on target per match for Reading (1.5)

  • Lewis Wing has created the most big chances for Reading (6)

  • Have scored 6 goals in their last 5 matches

  • Barnsley haven't lost to Reading in their last 6 meetings (3W, 3D).

  • Haven't kept a clean sheet in 8 matches

Who will win?