Preview: Reading vs. Barnsley - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Reading and Barnsley, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Yiadom: "We're just concentrating on ourselves and on what we've got to do,
FixturesReading Vs. Barnsley - Sat, May 3rd 2025, 15:00Yids on final day clash with Barnsley
Any Yiadom spoke to the press ahead of our final game...
Reading legends returning for final day play-off showdown with Barnsley
Two of Reading's most iconic manager of all time will be in attendance for Saturday's final match of the season. Noel Hunt's Royals head into the...
Noel: "Every game is a cup final, this one just has a little bit of extra meaning to it"
FixturesReading Vs. Barnsley - Sat, May 3rd 2025, 15:00Noel previews final game of the season against Barnsley
The Royals will be looking to...
Reading to be backed by largest crowd in two years for final day play-off showdown
Reading are set to be backed by their largest crowd for over two years on Saturday in their final day play-off showdown. After 45 gruelling League...
Leeds United cult hero in line for major cup final appearance alongside ex-Barnsley man - despite squad exile
Leeds United cult hero Ezgjan Alioski has an opportunity to lift a major trophy this weekend.
Callum Simpson's Barnsley is better than Rome!
These are heady days for Callum Simpson. He is preparing to fight at his home town football stadium for the second time in 10 months, a feat few...
Ending Barnsley FC season with a smile is Conor Hourihane's only focus as they head into possible League One play-off party
Conor Hourihane says he is only interested in Barnsley finishing the season on a high, not upsetting the Reading party on what could be a...
Everton Under-21s season comes to an end with playoff defeat
Martin Sherif's brace was not enough for Paul Tait's team | Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images
Free-scoring Blues undone by poor defending...
Opposition Report | Barnsley
FixturesReading Vs. Barnsley - Sat, May 3rd 2025, 15:00A FINAL DAY BATTLE WITH BARNSLEY
Noel Hunt's Royals take on the Tykes as they battle for a...
Play-off pressure is 'a privilege' says Reading star ahead of Leyton Orient showdown
Reading youngster Tivonge Rushesha has labelled the pressure faced by his squad this week as a 'privilege.' The former Swansea City prospect has...
See if you agree with our football reporter Stephen Thirkill's League One team of the season - including players from Charlton Athletic, Reading, Wycombe Wanderers, Wrexham and Barnsley
It's not been easy, but, having given it plenty of thought and watched plenty of football this season, I have selected this side as my League One...
Reading fans warned against final day pitch invasion with points deduction threat
Supporters Trust at Reading have asked Royals fans not to invade the pitch should the club reach the play-offs due to a possibility of being...
Ghanaian midfielder Kwame Poku named in League One Team of the Season
Ghanaian attacking midfielder Kwame Poku has been named in the English League One Team of the Season after his performances for Peterborough United...
Hayfever killed my son, 16, while he celebrated GCSE results with pals – my heart broke as I turned off his life support
FOR many the warm weather this week will be a welcome change, but for Helena Dale it’s a tragic reminder of the worst moment of her life.
The day...
QPR next manager: Ex-Middlesbrough, Doncaster Rovers, Barnsley and Hull City men among early frontrunners
Figures familiar with fans of Middlesbrough, Doncaster Rovers, Barnsley and Hull City are among the early frontrunners to take charge of Queens...
Oxford United boss hails former Huddersfield Town and Barnsley FC star as his best ever January signing
Oxford United head coach Gary Rowett has hailed former Huddersfield Town and Barnsley star Michal Helik as his best ever January signing.
Newport County next manager: Ex-Leeds United, Huddersfield Town, Barnsley and Liverpool men among frontrunners
Figures familiar with fans of Leeds United, Huddersfield Town and Barnsley are among the frontrunners for the Newport County job.
‘My plan’ – Bradford City loan man to be handed chance with parent club next season as club chief shares update
Barnsley sporting director Mladen Sormaz has said Jack Shepherd will be part of their plans for next season…
The post ‘My plan’ – Bradford City...
Barnsley FC sporting director provides update on future of Bradford City loanee Jack Shepherd following impressive 2024-25 season in League Two
BARNSLEY sporting director Mladen Sormaz has confirmed that Jack Shepherd is likely to play a big part in the Reds’ League One plans in 2025-26 -...
Iconic Reading band to play set ahead of League One play-off decider with Barnsley
Popular Reading band The Amazons are to perform at the Select Car Leasing Stadium ahead of Saturday's final match of the season. The trio born and...
Shrewsbury Town debrief: Decisions looming, away day win, Marquis' record, Appleton’s reward
There was a rare afternoon to remember for Shrewsbury Town fans at Barnsley on Saturday.
Reading 'will not waver from routine' ahead of final day play-off showdown
Reading boss Noel Hunt has said that his side's routine and preparations 'will not waver' during the huge final week of the League One season,...
A message to fans ahead of final day
Important information before we take on the Tykes
The 2024/25 season has been one of defying the odds for our football club, and as the campaign...
Barnsley FC defender Marc Roberts calls for 'top-to-bottom' improvement and urges support for Conor Hourihane
Barnsley defender Marc Roberts has called for “top-to-bottom” improvement at Oakwell in a candid assessment of the club’s struggles.
Barnsley FC's sorry Oakwell showing emphasises importance of change as Conor Hourihane eyes repeat of history
The winds of change simply must blow through Barnsley this summer.
Match Review: Boro Women Promoted After Clinching Title At Barnsley
FixturesBarnsley Vs. Middlesbrough - Sun, Apr 27th 2025, 14:00Boro Women clinched the FAWNL Division One North title on the final day as they beat...
Shrewsbury Town: Player ratings after Michael Appleton's first win
Shrewsbury Town registered their first win in 15 matches and their first under Michael Appleton in the 2-1 victory at Barnsley. See how the players...
'To be honest' - Portsmouth boss explains surprise call-up for former Barnsley keeper against Sheffield Wednesday
John Mousinho admitted he handed goalkeeper Ben Killip a surprise start against Sheffield Wednesday so that he could take a proper look at him...
Michael Appleton hails Shrewsbury players for 'creating platform' as they end long winless run
Creating a platform was the key factor in Shrewsbury Town’s victory over Barnsley, says boss Michael Appleton.
'I'm embarrassed' - Conor Hourihane delivers scathing assessment of Barnsley FC defeat and addresses fan anger
Barnsley head coach Conor Hourihane admitted to being embarrassed by his side’s 2-1 defeat to Shrewsbury Town.
Barnsley FC 1 Shrewsbury Town 2: John Marquis double downs lacklustre Reds in poor Oakwell send-off
Barnsley’s stumble towards the League One finishing line continued with a 2-1 defeat to already-relegated Shrewsbury Town.
Barnsley 1 Shrewsbury 2 - Report
Michael Appleton registered his first win as Shrewsbury Town head coach after his side picked up an unlikely three points at Barnsley.
'Careless', 'unconvincing' - Barnsley FC player ratings following dire defeat to Shrewsbury Town
The player ratings are in following Barnsley’s 2-1 defeat to Shrewsbury Town.
Barnsley v Shrewsbury - LIVE
Express & Star brings you live coverage of Shrewsbury Town's trip to Barnsley.
Barnsley FC v Shrewsbury Town: 'I want things done yesterday' - Conor Hourihane on summer change, 'role models' and a recruitment admission
“I WANT things done yesterday, if I am being honest”.
Under-21s Fall To Play-off Defeat At United
Everton Under-21s’ Premier League 2 play-off campaign came to an end at the first hurdle, suffering a 4-2 defeat away at Manchester United.
Paul...
Barry Robson: Aiden Marsh can grab chance in Raith Rovers’ play-off push
The on-loan Barnsley striker sparked the incredible comeback win over Falkirk.
Huddersfield Town next manager: Terriers hero emerges as frontrunner ahead of ex-Barnsley and Norwich City men
A new favourite to become Huddersfield Town’s next permanent head coach has emerged.
Mick Mulhern's message as Middlesbrough Women look ahead to promotion Judgement Day
Middlesbrough Women head to Barnsley on the final day of the season knowing a win will almost surely guarantee them promotion
2024-25 Player of the Season voting now open
Cast your vote for your star of the season
The business end of the season is well upon us, and that means it's time to recognise the Royals star...
Here's who are the best and worst sides in League One right now as Peterborough United secure survival and Reading and Leyton Orient fight for the play-offs
Posh are no longer looking over their shoulders after the 1-1 draw at Barnsley confirmed League One survival.
Shrewsbury Town preview: Boss hopes kids can inspire senior players at Barnsley
It says a lot about your season when you are relying on a 16-year-old to inject some 'effort and endeavour' into the squad.
Barnsley FC sporting director Mladen Sormaz on Reds' playing budget next season and a pledge regarding club's star turns
MLADEN SORMAZ is confident that Barnsley will have a 'competitive' budget to enable them to push for promotion at the top end of League One in...
Turn your £10 into £1000 this Saturday with our 8-fold Sky Bet acca
The FA Cup semi finals take place this weekend, which also sees the race for the European places in the Premier League heat up while the EFL...
Barnsley FC sporting director Mladen Sormaz on summer recruitment, Conor Hourihane, winter window and Neerav Parekh comments
BARNSLEY sporting director Mladen Sormaz says the club face a ‘massive’ few weeks as they try and lay the ground to make significant early progress...
Former England star Trevor Sinclair facing bankruptcy battle over £36k unpaid tax bill after ‘hiding head in the sand’
FORMER England star Trevor Sinclair is facing a court bid to make him bankrupt over a £36,000 tax debt.
Ex-Queens Park Ranger and Manchester City...
Preview: Barnsley vs. Shrewsbury Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Barnsley and Shrewsbury Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Leeds United promoted, Sheffield United play-off bound and Yorkshire's League Two title battle - The YP FootballTalk Podcast
THE go-to football show that covers ALL of Yorkshire’s EFL clubs - Hull City, Leeds United, Middlesbrough, Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday,...
Barnsley FC head coach Conor Hourihane on departure of Martin Devaney and prospect of further changes
BARNSLEY HEAD coach Conor Hourihane is not ruling out the prospect of further backrooms changes following the departure of coach Martin Devaney...
Nahki Wells, Bradford City, Middlesbrough and now Barnsley FC: Jonathan Lewis' nomadic football story
ACHIEVING the 'American Dream' involves sacrifice, risk-taking and plenty of hard work.
'The issue I have' - Former Barnsley FC star's lack of West Brom action explained with blunt admission
Daryl Dike was a revelation at Barnsley - but has had a tough time at West Bromwich Albion.
Why League One play-off race Barnsley FC and Huddersfield Town will play part in could go to extra-time
The Football League have granted a second extension for Reading owner Dai Yongge to sell the League One club which could stop the play-offs being...
Reading given second EFL sale extension but confirm agreed terms in latest twist
Reading have been given until May 5, after the final match of the regular season, to find a new buyer after the English Football League extended...
Huddersfield Town next manager: Ex-Sheffield United, Watford, Barnsley and Oxford United men among frontrunners
Figures familiar with fans of Sheffield United, Watford and Barnsley are among the frontrunners for the Huddersfield Town job.
Ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard tells grandad’s sex abuse trial he’d ‘block daughter from seeing him if claims were true’
FOOTBALLER Jesse Lingard today told his grandad’s sex abuse trial that he would block his daughter from seeing him if the claims were true.
The...
West Brom next manager: Ex-Hull City, Middlesbrough, Barnsley and Leicester City men among early frontrunners
Figures familiar with fans of Hull City, Middlesbrough, Barnsley are among the early frontrunners for the West Bromwich Albion job.
Sam says Peterborough United can take confidence and momentum into next season
Loanee defender Sam Hughes insists Peterborough United can take confidence and momentum into next season after ensuring they will again be playing...
Conor Hourihane's relief as he claims first point as Barnsley FC manager
Barnsley head coach Conor Hourihane was disappointed not to beat Peterborough but pleased to pick up his first point since taking up the position...
Peterborough United are safe from relegation, but it was far from a blast in Barnsley
Peterborough United have secured their survival in League One.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2009 – Elliott Saves Sky Blues’ Skin In Tykes Tussle
On this day (21st April) in 2009 a stoppage time penalty from (now CCFPA member) Elliott Ward saved CCFC manager Chris Coleman some embarrassment...
Barnsley vs Peterborough United: Live blog as Posh travel to Oakwell
Peterborough United face Barnsley at Oakwell in League One action (April 21, 3pm).
Fan Focus: Blackburn fan Mark says they need to keep ex-Sunderland centre-back Danny Batth!
Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images
Ahead of today's match, we spoke to Mark from The Blackburn End Podcast to get the lowdown on...
Mansfield Town vs Reading: Match Preview
Photo by James Baylis - AMA/Getty Images
The Royals head to Mansfield in their penultimate away match of the season. After a disappointing...
Barnsley FC v Peterborough United: Hands-on Conor Hourihane makes recruitment pledge plus a League One admission
A HANDS-on individual, Conor Hourihane plans to be all over recruitment in the close season.
Preview: Barnsley vs. Peterborough United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's League One clash between Barnsley and Peterborough United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Conor Hourihane: I am just obsessed with the game
Irishman on going ‘home’ to Barnsley as manager and former players who have inspired him — Roy Keane, Kevin Ball and John Terry
Former Derby County captain 'emotional' after being handed first manager's job
Latest Derby County news from DerbyshireLive brings you what Conor Hourihane has had to say after being appointed as the Barnsley manager
Sean Clare sparks comeback as Leyton Orient edge Barnsley in seven-goal thriller
Sean Clare made a second-half entrance and turned hero as Leyton Orient pulled off a thrilling 4-3 comeback win against Barnsley in League One on...
Reading 0-1 Lincoln City: Bad Friday
Photo by Chris Vaughan/Getty Images
James Collins' second-half header (and what a header it was by the way) proved to be the difference at...
Conor Hourihane says he 'hated' how Barnsley FC looked in Leyton Orient collapse - and makes signings admission
Newly-appointed Barnsley boss Conor Hourihane admitted to hating how his side looked as they capitulated against Leyton Orient.
Aston Villa promotion winner handed head coach role on permanent basis
Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Conor Hourihane handed top job at Barnsley
'Got the ability' - Sheffield Wednesday urged to retain former Barnsley and Chelsea man despite barren spell
Sheffield Wednesday have been urged to retain misfiring forward Ike Ugbo.
Opposition Lowdown: Michael Skubala's Midtable Lincoln City
Photo by Chris Vaughan/Getty Images
With four games left this season, Reading's playoff destiny lays in their own hands, starting with a...
Barnsley FC confirm Conor Hourihane as permanent head coach at League One club
Conor Hourihane has been named as the permanent head coach at the League One club.
L1 previews: Conor Hourihane closing in on full-time Barnsley FC job, Huddersfield Town chief not giving up hope, big day for Rotherham United boss
BARNSLEY were understood to be close to confirming Conor Hourihane as the club’s full-time head coach as the Yorkshire Post went to press last...
Reading vs Lincoln City: Match Preview
Photo by Chris Vaughan/Getty Images
Can the Royals grab a home win on Good Friday? Reading are currently in strong form, having only lost...
Sheffield Wednesday's former Leeds United and Barnsley attacker 'targeted' by trio as free agent status looms
Rotherham United’s on-loan Sheffield Wednesday attacker Mallik Wilks is reportedly a target for a number of overseas clubs.
'Nobody ever downs tools': Reading boss on 'organised and strong' Lincoln City threat
Reading boss Noel Hunt is wary of the threat posed by Lincoln City, even if the Imps have little left to play for. The Royals sit sixth in League...
Preview: Leyton Orient vs. Barnsley - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's League One clash between Leyton Orient and Barnsley, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Magical night at Fratton Park revisited - on first anniversay of Portsmouth's title-clinching win v Barnsley: gallery
It was unforgettable night that will live long in the memory of Pompey fans present.
Barnsley FC next manager: Ex-Aston Villa, Huddersfield Town, Leeds United and Notts County men among frontrunners
Figures familiar with fans of Aston Villa, Huddersfield Town, Leeds United are among the frontrunners to become Barnsley’s next permanent head...
Boro Women To Take On Barnsley At Oakwell
Boro Women are set to play their final game of the season against Barnsley at Oakwell Stadium on Sunday 27 April.
Last Sunday's 7-0 victory over...
Mat Sadler Among Manager of the Season Nominees as EFL Awards Shortlists are Confirmed
Walsall Head Coach Mat Sadler has been named on the shortlist for the EFL's Sky Bet League Two Manager of the Season award for the upcoming 2024/25...