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

Our Barnsley vs Bolton Prediction: 2-2

Barnsley vs Bolton in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 14:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday August 16, 2025. We predict a tightly contested 2-2 draw, with both teams getting on the scoresheet, making BTTS a strong betting option.

This Barnsley vs Bolton 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 – Barnsley vs Fleetwood Town

Determined to get back to winning ways, Barnsley must win after their 2-2 England EFL Cup draw against Fleetwood Town on August 13. In that match, Barnsley had 65% possession and 3 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Barnsley	65%	0 (3)	0.95	55
Fleetwood Town	35%	0 (5)	1.19	48

Bolton's Last Match – Bolton vs Sheff Wed

Bolton must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 3-3 England EFL Cup draw against Sheff Wed on August 13. In that match, Bolton recorded 53% possession, firing 7 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Bolton	53%	0 (7)	1.45	55
Sheff Wed	47%	0 (4)	0.88	45

Barnsley vs Bolton Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Barnsley are averaging 2.3 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Bolton average 1.9 scored and 0.9 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Barnsley to win: @2.7

Draw: @3.6

Bolton to win: @2.45

Barnsley Fixtures

Bolton Fixtures