Cardiff City vs Barnsley - League One Match
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Cardiff City vs Barnsley Preview: League One Clash
Cardiff City will host Barnsley at Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 22:45 UTC in what promises to be an exciting League One encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Cardiff City head into this game in strong form, collecting 3 wins from their last 5 outings.
Barnsley have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 5 games while suffering 3 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
History favors Cardiff City in this fixture. In their last 25 meetings, the hosts have claimed 16 victories, with Barnsley winning 3 and 6 ending in draws. This dominant record could give them the psychological advantage heading into this clash.
Match Prediction & Analysis
With home advantage and strong recent form, Cardiff City will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Barnsley cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 22:45 UTC
- Venue: Cardiff City Stadium
- Competition: League One
- Cardiff City Position: 1st (51 pts)
- Barnsley Position: 17th (29 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 25): Cardiff City 16W - 6D - 3W Barnsley
