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League One | Sat 12 Sep, 15:00

Plymouth v Barnsley Stats

Data last updated: Fri 11 Sep 2026, 08:35 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Plymouth and Barnsley meet in a tightly contested League One fixture with both teams level on seven points and similar defensive records, each conceding eight goals. Plymouth arrive on the back of a 3-2 away win at Doncaster, showcasing diverse attacking options with multiple scorers including Will Evans and Aribim Pepple. Barnsley, recovering from a heavy 5-1 home defeat to Stevenage, still pose a threat through midfielder Cameron McGeehan, who has scored half of their league goals. Plymouth's home form and attacking variety contrast with Barnsley's defensive vulnerabilities, setting up a match where both sides are likely to find the net but Plymouth hold the edge for victory.

BT4Y match pick

Plymouth to Win & Both Teams to Score

  • Plymouth have scored 7 goals in 5 matches with multiple goal contributors.
  • Barnsley conceded 8 goals including 5 in one match, showing defensive frailty.
  • Cameron McGeehan accounts for half of Barnsley's goals, maintaining their scoring threat.
  • Both teams have similar points and goals conceded, indicating a close contest.
  • Plymouth’s recent 3-2 win and home form support a winning performance with goals at both ends.

Why This Pick Is Price-Sensitive

Football case vs market price

The model identifies Plymouth to Win & Both Teams to Score as a plausible outcome given Plymouth's varied attacking output and Barnsley's defensive lapses, especially highlighted by their recent 5-goal concession. However, the current price is shorter than the model's estimated chance, indicating a price-sensitive selection rather than clear value. the football read remains strong due to Plymouth's home advantage and Barnsley's scoring ability through McGeehan. Reduced staking or waiting for improvement is advised. Any late team news or line-up changes could enhance the value.

Plymouth attacking varietyMultiple goal scorers and 7 goals in 5 matches
Strong positive
Barnsley defensive weaknessConceded 8 goals including 5 in one match
Strong positive
Barnsley scoring threatMcGeehan scored half of Barnsley's goals
Positive
Price vs model chancePrice implies 35.7% chance, model estimates 29.6%
Negative

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Plymouth's recent multi-goal performances and home advantage give them the edge to win, while Barnsley's ability to score through McGeehan suggests both teams will find the net. The match promises attacking intent from both sides, making this a balanced yet Plymouth-favoured outcome.

Main risk

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Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · match outcome and goal scoring

“Plymouth's attacking depth combined with Barnsley's defensive fragility sets the stage for a competitive match where both teams are likely to score, but Plymouth's home form should see them edge the win.”

Key Data Signals

Plymouth to Win & Both Teams to Score evidence

Plymouth have scored 7 goals in 5 matches with multiple goal contributors.

Barnsley conceded 8 goals including 5 in one match, showing defensive frailty.

Cameron McGeehan accounts for half of Barnsley's goals, maintaining their scoring threat.

Both teams have similar points and goals conceded, indicating a close contest.

What To Watch In The Data

Plymouth to Win & Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last six meetings, the average goals per game is 2.67, indicating a moderately high-scoring trend.
  • Plymouth's recent matches have featured multi-goal outcomes, and Barnsley's defensive lapses suggest a tempo conducive to over 2.5 goals, supporting an open game with scoring opportunities for both sides.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Plymouth6
Avg corners for
Barnsley9
Plymouth11.2
Avg total corners
Barnsley12.4
Plymouth1.4
Avg yellow cards
Barnsley2.4
Plymouth14.2
Avg shots
Barnsley18.4
Best odds for this sectionOver 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · Model 69% vs implied 67% · edge +2.3 pts
1.5
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Over 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price · model 75%
1.3
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Over 10.5 CornersBetUK guide price
1.88
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Barnsley average 9 corners per game compared to Plymouth's 6, indicating Barnsley often generate attacking pressure despite defensive lapses. Plymouth average 14.2 shots with 4.6 on target, while Barnsley average 18.4 shots with 5.2 on target, suggesting an open game with chances for both sides. Barnsley's higher yellow card average (2.4) versus Plymouth's (1.4) points to a more aggressive defensive approach that may influence game flow.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Plymouth1.4
Avg goals scored
Barnsley1.2
Plymouth1.6
Avg goals conceded
Barnsley1.6
Plymouth60%
BTTS rate
Barnsley60%
Plymouth40%
Over 2.5 goals
Barnsley60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 70% vs implied 65% · edge +4.6 pts
1.53
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 51%
2.5
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.14
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 53%
1.5
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 34%
2.38
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 35%
2.2
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Both teams have scored in most recent matches, with Plymouth netting 7 goals in 5 games and Barnsley scoring in 3 of their last 4 despite defensive issues. Barnsley's conceding 8 goals, including a heavy 5-goal defeat, supports the likelihood of goals at both ends, aligning with the BTTS component of the pick.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickPlymouth Draw No BetBetUK guide price · Model 55% vs implied 73% · edge -17.7 pts
1.38
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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 70%
1.53
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Over 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price · model 75%
1.3
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 53%
1.5
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Plymouth to WinBetMGM guide price · model 45%
1.62
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The for Plymouth to Win & Both Teams to Score reflect a football-led selection rather than clear value, as the market's implied chance exceeds the model's estimate. This suggests the price is somewhat short, and better value would emerge with drift or stronger late data such as team news or line-ups.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Plymouth

WLWDL
Last 52W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 1D 2L
05 Sep 2026A Doncaster3-2
01 Sep 2026A Leicester0-2
29 Aug 2026H Bradford2-0
22 Aug 2026A Wycombe1-1
15 Aug 2026H Stockport County1-3

Barnsley

LWWDL
Last 52W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 1D 2L
05 Sep 2026H Stevenage1-5
02 Sep 2026H Blackpool2-1
29 Aug 2026A Leyton Orient3-1
22 Aug 2026A Doncaster0-0
15 Aug 2026H Bromley0-1
Market aligned with main pickHome / DrawBetUK guide price · Model 74% vs implied 86% · edge -11.5 pts
1.17
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Plymouth Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 55%
1.38
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Plymouth to WinBetMGM guide price · model 45%
1.62
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Both teams have accumulated 7 points from 5 matches, reflecting similar recent form. Plymouth's recent 3-2 win away at Doncaster highlights their attacking capability, while Barnsley’s form is mixed with back-to-back wins before a heavy defeat. This contrast suggests Plymouth may have momentum and advantage, but Barnsley remain capable of scoring, supporting the combined win and BTTS bet.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

2Plymouth wins
1Draws
3Barnsley wins
06 Apr 2026Barnsley v Plymouth0-3
02 Aug 2025Plymouth v Barnsley1-3
11 Mar 2023Barnsley v Plymouth3-0
30 Jul 2022Plymouth v Barnsley1-0
22 Apr 2019Plymouth v Barnsley0-3
02 Oct 2018Barnsley v Plymouth1-1
Market aligned with main pickPlymouth to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 45% vs implied 62% · edge -17.2 pts
1.62
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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 70%
1.53
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 53%
1.5
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The head-to-head record between Plymouth and Barnsley is closely contested, with recent meetings split between the two sides. The last match at Barnsley ended in a 3-0 Plymouth win, but overall the six-game sample shows balanced outcomes. This suggests past results offer limited predictive power, making current form and tactical context more relevant for this fixture.
Season team stats

League One

Plymouth6
Played
Barnsley6
Plymouth1.7
Avg goals for
Barnsley1
Plymouth1.3
Avg goals against
Barnsley1.8
Plymouth2
Clean sheets
Barnsley1
Market aligned with main pickPlymouth Draw No BetBetUK guide price · Model 55% vs implied 73% · edge -17.7 pts
1.38
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Plymouth to WinBetMGM guide price · model 45%
1.62
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Plymouth's season stats show a balanced attack with 7 goals scored and a defense that concedes regularly, with only one clean sheet in five matches. Barnsley mirror this pattern with 6 goals scored and 8 conceded, including a significant defensive collapse in one game. These figures underpin the expectation of goals from both sides and Plymouth's slight edge in attack.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
6Plymouth1063122
18Barnsley76213-5
Both teams sit mid-table, 14th and 15th respectively, level on points. The standings reflect an evenly matched contest with little to separate them, emphasizing that recent form and tactical factors will be more decisive than league position in this fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Plymouth Over 2.5
60%Barnsley Over 2.5
2.67H2H avg goals
Over the last six meetings, the average goals per game is 2.67, indicating a moderately high-scoring trend. Plymouth's recent matches have featured multi-goal outcomes, and Barnsley's defensive lapses suggest a tempo conducive to over 2.5 goals, supporting an open game with scoring opportunities for both sides.

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