Barnsley vs Cardiff Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 1
11
R. Colwill
scored for Cardiff
22
S. Banks
scored for Barnsley
43
D. Lawlor
was cautioned
2nd Half1 - 1
The upcoming meeting between Barnsley and Cardiff City takes place at Oakwell on 10 March 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the England League One. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Barnsley prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Cardiff City operate with a well-rounded tactical structure.
Recent Form
Barnsley
DWLWL
Cardiff City
DLWLW
Barnsley continue to perform well, maintaining a reliable level of consistency. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
While the numbers are comparable, Cardiff City show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
Recent Form Home/Away
Barnsley (Home)
DWLWD
Cardiff City (Away)
DWLWD
There is little difference in Barnsley's performance across venues.
Cardiff City's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Barnsley
-----
Cardiff City
--+--
Barnsley have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
However, Cardiff City are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Barnsley (Home)
-----
Cardiff City (Away)
-+-+-
Barnsley's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Cardiff City show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Barnsley
-+-++
Cardiff City
--+++
Barnsley regularly feature in high-scoring games. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Also, Cardiff City's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Barnsley (Home)
-+-++
Cardiff City (Away)
-++++
Barnsley's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Only small differences appear in Cardiff City's match tempo home versus away.
Scoring Consistency
Barnsley
++-++
Cardiff City
+-+++
Barnsley have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Likewise, Cardiff City show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Barnsley (Home)
++-++
Cardiff City (Away)
+++++
There is little difference in Barnsley's scoring output across venues.
Cardiff City attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.
Match Information
Referee: Will Finnie
Venue: Oakwell
Barnsley vs Cardiff Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
0.81
xG
1.02
27
Ball Posession (%)
73
2
Big Chances
2
0
Cautions
1
11
Shots
12
2
Shots on Goal
4
1
Shots Blocked
3
7
Shots inside Box
10
4
Shots outside Box
2
0
Hit Woodwork
0
9
Fouls
7
4
Corner Kicks
13
13
Throw Ins
29
3
Saves
1
7
Free Kicks
9
1
Offsides
2
227
Passes Total
609
144
Passes Completed
516
60
Passes in the final 3rd Total
202
24
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
151
14
Touches in the Opposition Box
34
15
Tackles Total
13
9
Tackles Completed
9
35
Clearances
11
10
Crosses Total
29
4
Crosses Completed
5
20
Interceptions
6
Barnsley vs Cardiff Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations