Barnet vs Oldham Athletic: match statistics
The match promises to be very evenly contested, suggesting a draw. Barnet occupies 13th place and has shown weaker form in the last 5 matches (1.4 PPG), while Oldham Athletic in 12th position presents excellent form (2.2 PPG, unbeaten streak). The hosts have an offensive advantage at home (averaging 1.5 goals, xG 1.92), but Oldham impresses with solid away defense (50% clean sheets, averaging 0.75 goals conceded). Oldham's high percentage of away draws (42%) and the close goal difference between the two teams (+2 difference) point towards a sharing of points. The visitors' form and defensive stability could neutralize Barnet's advantage derived from playing in front of their own crowd.
Barnet vs Oldham Athletic: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Barnet played against Oldham Athletic in EFL League Two (England). The game was played on January 24, 2026. Final score: 3:2.
Recent form
Barnet has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Oldham Athletic has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Barnet scores 1.28 goals per game and allows 1.08. Oldham Athletic scores 1.04 and allows 0.80. Games in this league average 2.62 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 48% of Barnet's games and 44% of Oldham Athletic's. The Over 2.5 rates are 40% and 36%, compared with league averages of 55% for BTTS and 47% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Barnet has the higher season xG average, 1.71 to 1.59 per game. Barnet takes 14.6 shots per game, while Oldham Athletic takes 14.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Barnet leads at halftime in 32% of its games and scores 0.64 goals per game after halftime. Oldham Athletic leads at halftime in 16% and scores 0.68 after halftime.
When the teams score
Barnet's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (10 goals). For Oldham Athletic, it is minutes 46-60 (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League Two games average 2.62 goals. Both teams score in 55% of games, and 47% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
The match promises to be very evenly contested, suggesting a draw. Barnet occupies 13th place and has shown weaker form in the last 5 matches (1.4 PPG), while Oldham Athletic in 12th position presents excellent form (2.2 PPG, unbeaten streak). The hosts have an offensive advantage at home (averaging 1.5 goals, xG 1.92), but Oldham impresses with solid away defense (50% clean sheets, averaging 0.75 goals conceded). Oldham's high percentage of away draws (42%) and the close goal difference between the two teams (+2 difference) point towards a sharing of points. The visitors' form and defensive stability could neutralize Barnet's advantage derived from playing in front of their own crowd.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Barnet | Oldham Athletic | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 32% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.26 | 0.23 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Oldham Athletic is 57% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Barnet · 2.2 pts / game - Oldham Athletic
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Barnet is 23% better for: goals scored per game.
1.28 goals / game - Barnet · 1.04 goals / game - Oldham Athletic
Oldham Athletic is 35% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.08 goals / game - Barnet · 0.8 goals / game - Oldham Athletic
Barnet scores in 76% of games (19 of 25 meczów), while Oldham Athletic keeps a clean sheet in 40% (10 of 25 meczów).
Oldham Athletic scores in 64% of games (16 of 25 meczów), while Barnet keeps a clean sheet in 36% (9 of 25 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Barnet
Over / Under - Oldham Athletic
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Barnet is 32% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.32 pts / game - Barnet · 1 pts / game - Oldham Athletic
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Barnet - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 32% of games and wins 36%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Oldham Athletic - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 16% of games and wins 32%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +4 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (10 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +6 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (7 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Barnet
Oldham Athletic
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League Two).
Teams vs league
| Barnet | Liga | Oldham Athletic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.36 | 2.62 | ▼ 1.84 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 48% | 55% | ▼ 44% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 40% | 47% | ▼ 36% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 36% | 25% | ▲ 40% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 72% | 69% | ▼ 64% |
| Goal after half-time | • 76% | 77% | ▼ 48% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Barnet's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Oldham Athletic. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Barnet vs Oldham Athletic?
The EFL League Two match finished Barnet 3:2 Oldham Athletic. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Barnet vs Oldham Athletic?
Barnet score 1.28 goals per game on average and Oldham Athletic 1.04. The EFL League Two average is 2.62 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 47% of games. Both teams score in 48% of Barnet's matches and 44% of Oldham Athletic's.
What form are Barnet and Oldham Athletic in?
Over the last 5 games Barnet have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Oldham Athletic 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Barnet vs Oldham Athletic?
The statistical background for Barnet vs Oldham Athletic — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.