Barnsley vs Burton Albion Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

Barnsley vs Burton Albion Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: August 9, 2025 | Oakwell | League One | 15:00 BST

We enter gameweek two of the English Football League season, and in League One this weekend Barnsley takes on Burton Albion with both sides looking to make it two wins from two. After a commanding victory against Plymouth last week, Barnsley come into this match as the clear favourites.

Key Betting Tip: BTTS at 1.75 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Barnsley vs Burton Predicted Lineups

Barnsley Predicted XI: Mahoney; Earl, Bland, Roberts, de Gevigney; Connell; Keillor-Dunn, Yoganathan, Phillips, Vickers; McGoldrick.

Burton Predicted XI: Amissah; Sibbick, Moon, Godwin-Malife; Armer, Webster, Chauke, Lofthouse; Tavares, McKiernan; Beesley.

Marc Roberts is a doubt for the hosts following his injury in the opening game which resulted in him coming off in the first half, but coach Conor Hourihane will hope it is nothing serious. Jack Shepherd will miss the game through suspension following his early marching orders shown in the curtain raiser.

Meanwhile, Burton are expected to field the same XI that took down Mansfield on the opening weekend.

Barnsley vs Burton Current League Standings

The Tykes are enduring their longest stint in the third tier of English football in recent times, as they enter their fourth season in League One. Last campaign, they finished mid-table on 61 points, 17 adrift from the playoff zone. This season has started very well for them, however, taking three points from expected playoff contenders Plymouth.

Burton, meanwhile, finished their season just one point above the relegation zone. They did have an extraordinary second half to their season, however, picking up nine of their 11 wins in the last 21 league games. They have brought that momentum into this season, winning 2-1 to Mansfield in their opener.

Barnsley vs Burton Head-to-Head Timeline

These sides have met just 15 times in recent history, with half of them coming in the past few seasons, as the clubs both compete in League One. In their 15 meetings, Barnsley have won the fixtures dominantly, with seven wins to Burton’s three.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• February 2025: Barnsley 0-0 Burton (League One)
• September 2024: Burton 1-2 Barnsley (League One)
• April 2024: Burton 1-3 Barnsley (League One)
• September 2023: Barnsley 2-0 Burton (League One)
• April 2023: Burton 2-1 Barnsley (League One)

Despite Barnsley winning three of the last five meetings with the Brewers, the most recent encounter ended in a 0-0 draw back in February, with the stats certainly not reflecting the final score.

Recent Barnsley and Burton Matches Analysis

Barnsley Last 5 Matches:

• Barnsley 3-1 Plymouth (A) – League One
• Barnsley 2-2 York (A) – Club Friendly
• Barnsley 3-0 Harrogate (A) – Club Friendly
• Barnsley 1-3 Buxton (A) – Club Friendly
• Barnsley 1-1 Worksop (A) – Club Friendly

It wasn't the strongest of pre-seasons for Hourihane’s side, but the opening day victory in Plymouth will certainly bolster the team’s confidence into making this season one to remember.

Burton Last 5 Matches:

• Burton 2-1 Mansfield (H) – League One
• Burton 2-1 Derby (H) – Club Friendly
• Burton 1-2 Sheffield United (H) – Club Friendly
• Burton 1-0 Birmingham (H) – Club Friendly
• Burton 1-0 Alfreton (A) – Club Friendly

The Brewers had a strong pre-season, losing just one game. After being in and around the relegation zone for the whole season last campaign, winning the opening game will give them all the confidence they need to continue this run of form and set up to have a good year.

Barnsley vs Burton Predictions

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

Best Barnsley vs Burton Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: BTTS @ 1.75 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted both teams to score in this fixture. Recent head-to-head and form suggest confidence in a BTTS victory.

Key Players to Watch: Barnsley vs Burton

Davis Keillor-Dunn (Barnsley): Keillor-Dunn had an excellent start to his campaign, scoring what proved to be the final dagger at Home Park, sealing a 3-1 win to start the season. And after scoring 18 goals last term, he will be difficult to stop again this season.

Charlie Webster (Burton): His brace last match against Mansfield was vital in order to start the season on the front foot. After scoring five goals last season and struggling to find regular playing time, this campaign looks set to be Webster’s breakout season for Burton and the midfielder has started in a fantastic manner.

Barnsley vs Burton Match Facts

Referee: TBC

Stadium Information: Oakwell is located in Barnsley, Yorkshire, and can be hold up to just over 23,000 spectators.

Barnsley vs Burton: Final Prediction

Barnsley 3-1 Burton