Barnet will welcome Fleetwood Town to the Hive Stadium for their League Two opener on Saturday, 2 August 2025.
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Barnet vs Fleetwood Town predictions: Visitors to draw first blood
Key stats
- Fleetwood Town opened the scoring in five of their last six matches.
- In contrast, Barnet conceded first in four of their last five games.
- Four of Barnet's last five matches featured goals at both ends.
Correct score prediction: Barnet 1-3 Fleetwood Town
Despite being the overwhelming favourites, Barnet were eliminated from the EFL Cup at home by Newport County earlier this week. Dean Brennan's men have struggled to find their stride, winning only one of their last five matches.
In contrast, Fleetwood Town are in high spirits after winning three consecutive games. While Barnet spent the last seven seasons in the fifth tier of English football, Fleetwood have played in League One for all but one of the last 10 years.
Taking everything into account, we are confident that Fleetwood Town will emerge victorious.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Barnet are clear favourites
- HOME: 1/1 (2.00) – 50%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 27/10 (3.70) – 27%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Barnet gained promotion to League Two for the first time since the 2017-18 season, while Fleetwood Town finished 14th out of 24 teams in League Two in their previous campaign.
Ahead of this encounter, Barnet are the expected winners at 1/1 (2.00). Teams with these odds generally have a 50% probability of winning.
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Also, keeping in mind that both teams found the net in four of Barnet's last five games, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 5/6 (1.83). That one has a 54.5% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: First encounter in almost six years
These teams will clash for the first time since November 2019, when Fleetwood Town defeated Barnet in the seventh round of the FA Cup. Barnet's most recent clash with Fleetwood in a league match took place in March 2013.
England FA Cup 10/11/19
Barnet
Fleetwood Town
Barnet preview: Hoping to improve their fortunes
Barnet stormed to the National League title last season in dominant fashion, earning 102 points, scoring 97 goals, and conceding 38 times – the least by any side in the fifth tier.
Coach Brennan will want his team to continue their momentum and challenge for League One promotion even though it’s the Bees’ first campaign in League Two in eight years.
Defenders Myles Kenlock and Joe Kizzi will miss this season opener for Barnet due to injuries.
Predicted lineup: Wright (GK), Collinge, Kensdale, Senior, Kanu, Hartigan, Shelton, Glover, Brunt, Hugill & Browne.
UK Friendlies 22/07/25
D
Wycombe
1
Barnet
1
UK Friendlies 05/07/25
D
Hemel Hempstead
2
Barnet
2
UK Friendlies 01/07/25
W
Hitchin
0
Barnet
3
England National League 05/05/25
W
AFC Fylde
0
Barnet
3
England National League 26/04/25
W
Aldershot
0
Barnet
4
Fleetwood Town preview: Looking to extend their winning streak
Unlike their hosts, Fleetwood Town had a somewhat average season in the fourth tier last campaign. In 2023, the Fishermen were relegated from League One, and under Charlie Adam, they began the season poorly, which brought about the manager's sacking.
Replaced by Pete Wild, Fleetwood got their act together and finished the term in 14th place. Having strengthened their frontline this summer with the acquisition of Will Davies, James Norwood and Ched Evans, the Fishermen will look to regain their status as a third-tier club this season.
Ryan Graydon scored four goals during the team's preseason games. He is expected to line up in attack alongside Will Davies.
Fleetwood come into this game free from injuries and suspensions, giving Wild the opportunity to decide his strongest XI.
Predicted lineup: Lynch (GK), Rooney, Mullarkey, Bolton, Potter, Hume, Neal, Bonds, Davies & Graydon.
England League 2 03/05/25
L
Bradford
1
Fleetwood Town
0
England League 2 26/04/25
W
Newport County
0
Fleetwood Town
2
England League 2 21/04/25
L
Harrogate Town
3
Fleetwood Town
1
England League 2 18/04/25
D
Barrow
0
Fleetwood Town
0
England League 2 12/04/25
L
Chesterfield
3
Fleetwood Town
0
Player to watch: Mark Shelton
Mark Shelton is Barnet's designated penalty taker. The former Salford City midfielder scored five goals in his last four appearances and four of those came from the spot. He will look to kick off the new campaign on a scoring note.