Huddersfield U-21 vs Barnsley U-21: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Huddersfield U-21 prepare to host Barnsley U-21 on February 17, 2026, with kick-off at 14:00, this ENGLAND: Profesional Development League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Huddersfield U-21, currently 5th in the standings with 24 points from 17 games, trail the leaders by 15 points. They've earned 11 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Barnsley U-21, sitting 7th with 17 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 12 points from 8 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 13 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

Recent meetings between Huddersfield U-21 and Barnsley U-21 have favored Huddersfield U-21, with Barnsley U-21 claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-2). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Hull City U-21, Huddersfield U-21 recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Barnsley U-21's last outing came against Fleetwood Town U-21, where they secured a 4-2 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Huddersfield U-21 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Huddersfield U-21 and Barnsley U-21 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: Huddersfield U-21's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Barnsley U-21's games average 4.5 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 90% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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