Match report
Cambridge United Defeats Barrow 2-0 In League Two Clash
Barrow
0–2
FT
Cambridge United
Nov 22, 2025
In a crucial League Two fixture, Cambridge United secured a commanding 2-0 win against Barrow at Holker Street. The visitors took control early on, with key contributions from players like P. Mpanzu who scored both goals and received a yellow card late in the game.
Key Facts
- • Cambridge United secured victory with two goals by P. Mpanzu.
- • Korey Smith of Cambridge United received a yellow card for a foul at 37 minutes.
- • Barrow's Josh Gordon was cautioned for an argument near the end (85th minute).
- • Both teams made multiple substitutions to maintain momentum and manage fatigue.
Lineups
Barrow
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 31 B. Winterbottom (G)
- 4 M. Williams (D)
- 5 C. Raglan (D)
- 7 B. Jackson (D)
- 34 B. Whitfield (M)
- 45 R. Harper (M)
- 14 C. McCann (M)
- 11 E. Newby (M)
- 23 C. Mahoney (F)
- 25 J. Gordon (F)
- 15 K. Hemmings (F)
Substitutes
- 6 N. Canavan
- 21 J. Earing
- 8 S. Smith
- 27 D. Worrall
- 19 M. Adu Poku
- 20 I. Fletcher
Cambridge United
Formation: 3-4-3
Starting XI
- 1 J. Eastwood (G)
- 23 M. Jobe (D)
- 5 M. Morrison (D)
- 6 K. Watts (D)
- 2 L. Bennett (M)
- 8 K. Smith (M)
- 17 P. Mpanzu (M)
- 15 A. Mayor (M)
- 7 J. Brophy (F)
- 9 L. Appere (F)
- 27 G. McConnell (F)
Substitutes
- 25 B. Hughes
- 3 B. Purrington
- 10 E. Kachunga
- 11 S. Kaikai
- 14 B. Knight
- 26 J. Gibbons
- 38 G. Hoddle
Timeline
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37' Cambridge United Card · Yellow CardKorey SmithFoul
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49' Cambridge United Goal · Normal GoalP. Mpanzu -
55' Cambridge United subst · Substitution 1Off: G. McConnell · On: S. Kaikai -
64' Barrow subst · Substitution 1Off: R. Harper · On: J. Earing -
64' Barrow subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Mahoney · On: M. Adu Poku -
75' Cambridge United subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Brophy · On: Ben Knight -
75' Cambridge United subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Appere · On: E. Kachunga -
85' Barrow Card · Yellow CardJosh GordonArgument
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90'+3 Cambridge United subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Mayor · On: B. Purrington -
90'+3 Cambridge United subst · Substitution 5Off: L. Bennett · On: J. Gibbons -
90' Cambridge United Card · Yellow CardP. MpanzuFoul
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90' Cambridge United Goal · Normal GoalP. Mpanzu · Assist: E. Kachunga
Match Stats
| Stat | Barrow | Cambridge United |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 76% | 65% |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 9 | 11 |
| Corners | 4 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 485 | 349 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 7 |
| xG | 0.80 | 1.46 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 3 |
| Possession | 59% | 41% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 369 | 227 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 9 |
| Saves | 5 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 1 | 2 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ P. Mpanzu’s goal at 49 minutes gave Cambridge United a crucial lead, setting the tone for their victory.
- ▸ Barrow's late yellow card to Josh Gordon may have impacted their offensive momentum towards the end of the match.