Barnsley vs Peterborough: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Barnsley prepare to host Peterborough United on February 17, 2026, with kick-off at 20:45, this ENGLAND: League One fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Barnsley, currently 15th in the standings with 37 points from 27 games, trail the leaders by 26 points. They've earned 23 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 10 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Peterborough United, sitting 8th with 44 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 21 points from 15 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Barnsley and Peterborough United have favored Barnsley, with Peterborough United claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). This fixture has generally favored Barnsley in recent years.

In their previous league match against Stevenage, Barnsley recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Peterborough United's last outing came against Mansfield Town, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Bass, Johnston, Okagbue, Lees, Dornelly, O'Brien-Brady, Collins, Lisbie, Morgan, Hayes, Leonard. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, Barnsley are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Barnsley and Peterborough United are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Barnsley's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Peterborough United's games average 3.4 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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