Barnsley vs Mansfield Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Barnsley vs Mansfield Prediction: 2-1

Barnsley vs Mansfield in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Friday December 26, 2025. We’re backing a 2-1 home win, but with both sides regularly hitting the scoreboard, BTTS is a strong option for bettors.

This Barnsley vs Mansfield prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Barnsley's Last Match – Exeter vs Barnsley

After suffering a 0-3 England League 1 loss to Exeter, Barnsley must win to get back on track. In that match, Barnsley controlled 54% of possession and managed 1 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Exeter	46%	0 (7)	2.24	40
Barnsley	54%	0 (1)	0.5	35

Mansfield's Last Match – Mansfield vs Stockport

Mansfield must win to recover from their recent 1-2 England League 1 defeat against Stockport on December 20 and regain momentum. In that match, Mansfield recorded 46% possession and 5 shots hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Mansfield	46%	0 (5)	1.41	57
Stockport	54%	0 (7)	1.05	41

Barnsley vs Mansfield Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Barnsley are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.9 conceded per match, while Mansfield average 1.1 scored and 1.8 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Barnsley to win: @1.909

Draw: @3.5

Mansfield to win: @3.75

Barnsley Fixtures

Mansfield Fixtures