Barnet vs Newport Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: July 29, 2025 | The Hive Stadium | EFL Cup | 19:30 BST

It’s an early season start for newly promoted Barnet and Newport County. Due to the number of Premier League sides competing in Europe next season, there was a need for two preliminary round matches, with Accrington Stanley and Oldham Athletic contesting the other next week. It is Barnet who come into this tie in great form after last campaign in the National League, while there are worries for how Newport will fare for this upcoming season.

Key Betting Tip: Half-Time Draw at 2.23 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Barnet vs Newport Predicted Lineups

Barnet Predicted XI: Evans; Galvin, Collinge, Kensdale, Kenlock; Adeniran, Browne, Hartigan, Shelton; Ndlovu, Stead.

Newport Predicted XI: Tzanev; Baker, Jenkins, Ogunneye; Davies, Whitmore, Antwi, Smith, Thomas; Garner, Baker-Richardson.

Barnet vs Newport Current League Standings

Of course, the 2025/26 EFL Season has not yet commenced, but these two sides will meet at least two more times this season as they both compete in League Two. Barnet were promoted from the National League last season, and they stormed to the title by six points. They earned 102 points, winning 31, drawing nine, and losing just six.

Meanwhile, the Welsh outfit struggled in England’s fourth tier, as they finished just seven points from the drop. They accumulated 49 points, winning 13, drawing 10, and losing 23 matches.

Barnet vs Newport Head-to-Head Timeline

These sides have had many thrilling encounters over the years, with a majority of the games coming in League Two, while coming head-to-head three times in the FA Cup. The last time they met was in the FA Cup round 2 replay in December 2023. After drawing 1-1 in Wales, Newport triumphed in dominant 4-1 fashion in the replay thanks to a defensive collapse by London side.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• December 2023: Barnet 1-4 Newport (FA Cup)
• December 2023: Newport 1-1 Barnet (FA Cup)
• April 2018: Barnet 2-0 Newport (League Two)
• November 2017: Newport 1-2 Barnet (League Two)
• January 2017: Barnet 0-0 Newport (League Two)

Out of their six league meetings, Barnet are unbeaten, however, in the cups is where they struggle to Newport. They have lost both cup matches against Newport where they have been the home side, proving that just because you are home does not mean it is always an easy ride.

Newport will be eager for another cup success at the Hive, thoroughly enjoying their past journeys there with a place in the next round up for grabs.

Recent Barnet and Newport Matches Analysis

Barnet Last 5 Matches:

• Barnet 1-1 Wycombe (H) – Friendly
• Barnet 2-0 Leyton Orient (H) – Friendly
• Barnet 1-3 Crystal Palace U21 (H) – Friendly
• Barnet 2-2 Hemel Hempstead (A) – Friendly
• Barnet 3-0 Hitchin (A) – Friendly

Pre-season seemed a success for the Bees with two wins, and two draws, with their only loss coming to Crystal Palace’s U21s. Coach Dean Brennan now will have an idea on his strongest line-up, and they will be confident to achieve their trip to Millwall in round one.

Newport Last 5 Matches:

• Newport 0-1 Bristol City (A) – Friendly
• Newport 1-3 Torquay (A) – Friendly
• Newport 1-0 Weston Super Mare (A) – Friendly
• Newport 1-0 Worcester (A) – Friendly
• Newport 1-1 Pontypridd United (A) – Friendly

The Port experienced mixed success during their pre-season, but losses in their last two matches almost reflects their nine games winless run at the back end of last season. They will hope to start their campaign on a high and carry the momentum into the league.

Barnet vs Newport Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a half-time draw. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Barnet vs Newport Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Half-Time Draw @ 2.39 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a first-half draw in this fixture. Recent head-to-head and form suggest confidence in a draw at half-time.

Key Players to Watch: Barnet vs Newport

Callum Stead (Barnet): The forward had a ridiculous season in the fifth-tier last year. He scored 19 goals in just 36 starts and even provided four assists during Barnet’s stroll back into the football league.

Matthew Baker (Newport County): Baker had a good personal season despite Newport’s struggles. He played 41 games, even chipping in with four goals, coming third on their top scorer's chart. Defensively he was solid, keeping 13 clean sheets, making 6.7 clearances per game. He also recovered over 4 balls per match, proving his worth at the back.

Barnet vs Newport Match Facts

Referee: Darren Drysdale. Drysdale has officiated just shy of 500 matches and gives out 2.6 yellow cards per match on average.

Broadcast Details:

UK: Sky Sports

Stadium Information: The Hive Stadium is located in Barnet, London and can hold up to 6,418 supporters.