SWINDON TOWN VS BARROW - ENGLAND: LEAGUE TWO MATCH PREVIEW
ENGLAND: LEAGUE TWO MATCH DETAILS: SWINDON TOWN VS BARROW
As Swindon Town prepare to host Barrow on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 under referee Yates, this ENGLAND: League Two fixture promises an intriguing contest.
SWINDON TOWN PREVIEW IN ENGLAND: LEAGUE TWO
Swindon Town, currently 2nd in the standings with 61 points from 33 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 33 points from 16 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.
BARROW PREVIEW IN ENGLAND: LEAGUE TWO
Barrow, sitting 20th with 27 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 15 points from 16 games this season.
Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win and 4 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR SWINDON TOWN VS BARROW
Recent meetings between Swindon Town and Barrow have favored Swindon Town, with Swindon Town claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-1).
Over the past few seasons, Swindon Town have held the upper hand in this matchup.
In their previous league match against Barnet, Swindon Town recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Ripley, Batty, Knight-Lebel, Wright, Snowdon, Kilkenny, Hoilett, Borland, Clarke, Holman, Drinan. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.
Barrow's last outing came against Harrogate Town, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a 4-3-3 system.
Their starting XI featured Stanway, Jackson, Canavan, Raglan, Thompson, Barkhuizen, Newby, McCann, Harper, Earing, Rose. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.
Looking ahead, Swindon Town are expected to maintain their 4-3-3 structure, while Barrow are likely to counter with a 3-5-2 setup. This contrast often creates a dynamic where sustained pressure meets disciplined defensive structure.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR SWINDON TOWN VS BARROW
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Swindon Town's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Barrow's games average 2.7 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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