Peterborough United will be looking to end their winless start to the season when they host Barnsley at London Road for Tuesday night’s League One fixture.
The Posh have started their campaign with four straight defeats across all competitions, marking one of their worst starts to a season in years. Barnsley, meanwhile, are yet to taste defeat after making a strong start under the stewardship of Conor Hourihane.
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Peterborough United vs Barnsley prediction: Tykes to impress
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- Peterborough have lost all four of their competitive games this season – including their three League One matches.
- Barnsley have made an unbeaten start to the season, picking up seven points in League One while also booking their spot in the second round of the EFL Cup
- Barnsley have only won one of their last five head-to-head encounters with Peterborough. The Posh, meanwhile, have won two.
Correct score prediction: Peterborough United 0-2 Barnsley
Peterborough's defensive displays in recent matches have been concerning, and considering Barnsley have demonstrated that they can be productive in the final third, it would not be surprising if the away side emerged as victors on Tuesday.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Barnsley predicted to win by the bookmakers
- HOME: 81/50 (2.62) – 38.2%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.7) – 27%
- AWAY: 7/5 (2.4) – 41.7%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Barnsley are the expected winner of this clash, with the bookmakers giving the hosts a win probability of 41.7%, with Peterborough given a slight chance of causing an upset on Tuesday at the London Stadium.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Even games in previous years
Recent games between the two teams have been tightly contested, with two of the previous three meetings ending in draws – including their last head-to-head last April which finished 1-1.
Peterborough have won three of their last seven, though all three of them came away at Oakwell. Interestingly, the Posh have not won this fixture at home since 2015.
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Peterborough preview: Woeful start to the season
This is a tough time to be a Peterborough United fan following a truly horrendous start to the new season. The Posh have lost all of their competitive matches, including three League One fixtures and an EFL Cup first round game as well.
One reason for Peterborough’s woes has been their lengthy injury list – one which still poses a significant challenge. Rio Adebisi, for instance, remains out of action due to a knee injury. Alex Bass Declan Firth and Sam Hughes will also be on the sidelines for Tuesday’s fixture.
Predicted lineup: Reyes (GK), Mills, Wallin, Okagbue, Johnston, Khela, Collins, Odoh, O’Brien-Brady, Hayes & Ihionvein
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Rotherham
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Peterborough
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Mansfield
4
Peterborough
2
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Bolton
1
Peterborough
1
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Barnsley
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Peterborough
1
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Stockport
1
Peterborough
1
Barnsley preview: Strong start to the campaign
Barnsley have enjoyed a very positive start to the campaign, picking up seven points from their first three games. The Tykes kicked off their League One campaign with a solid 3-1 victory over freshly-relegated Plymouth Argyle. They also scored three more goals in a 3-2 win over Burton Albion a week later, before drawing 1-1 with Bolton Wanderers.
The Yorkshire outfit will be without Welshman Vimal Yoganathan, who is suspended following a recent red card. The Tyke could also be without Marc Roberts, who is still recovering from an injury and will require a late fitness test.
Predicted lineup: Cooper (GK), Ogbeta, Earl, Shepherd, Bland, Cleary, Connell, Keillor-Dunn, Phillips, Vickers & McGoldrick
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Reading
2
Barnsley
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Shrewsbury
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Barnsley
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Peterborough
1
Barnsley
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Leyton Orient
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Bolton
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Player to watch: Adam Phillips
Adam Phillips has enjoyed a strong start to the season with Barnsley, contributing a goal and two assists in his three matches this term.
Phillips was a fan favourite last season and even earned the fans' ‘Player of the Year' award after a campaign which saw him score 12 goals and produce six assists.
Bearing in mind his strong start to the season and his impressive numbers from the previous campaign, Phillips is certainly one to watch this Tuesday night.