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Expected score: Barnet 2-1 York
Barnet host York at The Hive Stadium in League Two's ninth round, with the hosts occupying second place and York fifth. Barnet have 22 points from 11 games; York sit on 20 from 12. Both sides have shown attacking intent in recent weeks, setting up a fixture where goals look likely.
Team form
Barnet
Barnet have won two of their last five, drawing twice and losing once. They beat Accrington 2-1 at home on 12 September, but the run also includes a 3-3 draw at Chesterfield and a 2-2 home draw with Cheltenham. Over these five matches they scored 11 and conceded 8. Their season average stands at 2.18 goals scored per game and 1.45 conceded, reflecting a side that creates chances but has defensive vulnerabilities. In their last outing they held 61% possession with 5 shots on goal.
York
York won 4-0 at home against Swindon Town on 12 September, a dominant display that masks an inconsistent run. Before that they drew 1-1 away at Crewe, lost 2-3 at Cheltenham, and won 2-1 at home to Exeter. Over five games they scored 10 and conceded 6. Their season average is 1.75 goals scored and 1.08 conceded per game. In their last match York created significantly, recording 9 shots on goal and 83% pass accuracy with 67% possession.
Head-to-head
Barnet hold the recent head-to-head advantage. They won 3-1 at home in February 2025 and 2-0 at home in February 2024. York's last victory came away in October 2022 when they won 5-0, but that remains their only win in the last five meetings between these sides.
Key factors
Barnet's league position and home advantage are significant. They rank second and have won their last home game. However, their defensive record shows they concede regularly—1.45 per game—and recent draws suggest they struggle to close out matches. York's attacking output in their last outing (9 shots, 3.08 xG) suggests they can trouble defences, though their away form is less convincing than their home record. The visitors' 3-4-2-1 formation offers attacking width, but Barnet's 4-2-3-1 setup should provide defensive structure. Both teams have demonstrated they can score; both have shown they can be breached.
Prediction
Barnet are slight favourites given their superior league position, home ground, and recent head-to-head record. Their 2.18 goals per game average and York's defensive average of 1.08 conceded suggest the hosts should create enough to trouble the visitors. York's last performance showed attacking quality, but consistency away from home has been an issue. The model favours a home win, though the margin is narrow—Barnet's defensive frailties mean York will have chances. Both teams have shown they can score in recent weeks, making a competitive, open contest the most likely scenario.
Back Barnet to win. They hold a narrow edge as home favourites with superior recent form against this opponent and a league position that reflects their quality. Expect goals at both ends given the attacking tendencies of both sides and their respective defensive records.
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| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 25 | |
| 2 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 22 | |
| 3 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 21 | |
| 4 | 13 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 21 | |
| 5 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 20 | |
| 6 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 19 | |
| 7 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 19 | |
| 8 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 19 | |
| 9 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 18 | |
| 10 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 18 | |
| 11 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 17 | |
| 12 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 17 | |
| 13 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 16 | |
| 14 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 16 | |
| 15 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 16 | |
| 16 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 15 | |
| 17 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 15 | |
| 18 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 14 | |
| 19 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 13 | |
| 20 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 12 | |
| 21 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 12 | |
| 22 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 12 | |
| 23 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 12 | |
| 24 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 6 |
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