Match report

Peterborough Defeats Barnsley 2-0 in League One

Barnsley
Barnsley
0–2
FT
Peterborough
Peterborough
May 7, 2023

Peterborough stunned Barnsley with an early goal by J. Clarke-Harris, who capitalized on a precise pass from Harrison Burrows. Despite multiple substitutions by Barnsley to regroup their defense, Peterborough's Jack Taylor added another goal in the second half, securing their win and leaving Barnsley struggling for answers. This victory is crucial as both teams continue to fight for positions in League One.

Key Facts

  • • Peterborough defeated Barnsley 2-0 at Brewster Park.
  • • J. Clarke-Harris scored the first goal (6') assisted by Harrison Burrows.
  • • Jack Taylor netted the second goal for Peterborough (76').
  • • K. Poku received a yellow card for Peterborough in the 51st minute.

Lineups

Barnsley

Formation: 3-5-2

Starting XI

  • 1 H. Isted (G)
  • 2 J. Williams (D)
  • 12 B. Thomas (D)
  • 5 L. Kitching (D)
  • 17 B. Cotter (M)
  • 30 A. Phillips (M)
  • 48 L. Connell (M)
  • 8 H. Kane (M)
  • 7 N. Cadden (M)
  • 9 J. Norwood (F)
  • 44 D. Cole (F)

Substitutes

  • 47 M. Watters
  • 31 S. Tedić
  • 10 J. Benson
  • 16 L. Thomas
  • 3 J. Russell
  • 24 R. Cundy
  • 40 B. Collins

Peterborough

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 W. Norris (G)
  • 23 J. Ward (D)
  • 6 F. Kent (D)
  • 4 R. Edwards (D)
  • 16 H. Burrows (D)
  • 22 H. Kyprianou (M)
  • 18 O. Norburn (M)
  • 11 K. Poku (M)
  • 8 J. Taylor (M)
  • 10 E. Mason-Clark (M)
  • 9 J. Clarke-Harris (F)

Substitutes

  • 5 J. Knight
  • 28 W. Blackmore
  • 3 D. Butler
  • 26 J. Randall
  • 17 R. Jones
  • 24 B. Thompson
  • 39 K. Tshimanga

Timeline

  1. Peterborough
    6' Peterborough Goal · Normal Goal
    J. Clarke-Harris · Assist: Harrison Burrows
  2. Barnsley
    46' Barnsley subst · Substitution 1
    Off: J. Norwood · On: M. Watters
  3. Peterborough
    51' Peterborough Card · Yellow Card
    K. Poku

    Foul

  4. Peterborough
    63' Peterborough subst · Substitution 1
    Off: K. Poku · On: J. Knight
  5. Barnsley
    67' Barnsley subst · Substitution 2
    Off: D. Cole · On: S. Tedić
  6. Barnsley
    67' Barnsley subst · Substitution 3
    Off: B. Cotter · On: J. Benson
  7. Barnsley
    67' Barnsley subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Herbie Kane · On: Luke Thomas
  8. Peterborough
    76' Peterborough Goal · Normal Goal
    Jack Taylor · Assist: Harrison Burrows

Match Stats

Stat Barnsley Peterborough
Fouls 10 15
Pass Accuracy 79% 80%
Offsides 1 3
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 14 10
Corners 10 3
Total Passes 433 444
Yellow Cards 0 1
Blocked Shots 5 3
Shots on Target 2 5
xG — —
Shots off Target 7 2
Possession 50% 50%
Accurate Passes 344 356
Shots Inside Box 11 7
Saves 3 2
Shots Outside Box 3 3

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Peterborough's early goal by J. Clarke-Harris set the tone and confidence for their victory.
  • ▸ Barnsley made several substitutions but could not find an equalizer, leading to Peterborough extending their lead with Jack Taylor’s late goal.