Barnsley vs Exeter City predictions, Mar 07, 2026

Mar 01, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League One, on Saturday,

Barnsley

Exeter

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As Barnsley FC prepares to host Exeter City on March 7, 2026, the matchup is set to showcase two contrasting forms within the English League One. Barnsley enters this fixture with a slight edge, having secured victories in 2 of their last 5 matches. Their recent performances indicate a team regaining some form, suggesting a tactical solidity that has allowed them to capitalize on scoring opportunities and maintain defensive resilience.

In contrast, Exeter City struggles with a concerning winless streak over their last 5 outings. This lack of form may reflect difficulties in both attacking creativity and defensive organization, leaving them vulnerable against a Barnsley side eager to exploit any weaknesses.

The bookmakers indicate a favorable stance towards Barnsley, with odds of 1.93 for a home victory compared to 3.65 for Exeter. Our predictive model places the probability of a Barnsley win at 48.7%, while the likelihood of a draw sits at 25.8%, and Exeter’s chances of an away win at 25.4%.

While Barnsley appears more stable, soccer’s unpredictability means that Exeter could spring a surprise. As the matchday approaches, both teams will be keen to make their mark in this critical fixture.

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Barnsley
49.2%		 Draw
25.7%		 Exeter
25.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

Outrights of English League One Barnsley: 0.37% Exeter: 0.09%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.92 3.55 3.7
MarathonBet 1.88 3.7 3.77 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.85 3.5 3.8
Pinnacle 1.93 3.6 3.65

Latest Results

28.02.26 Leyton Orient – Barnsley FC – 1:3
21.02.26 Huddersfield Town – Barnsley FC – 2:1
17.02.26 Barnsley FC – Peterborough United – 2:1
14.02.26 Barnsley FC – AFC Wimbledon – 3:3
07.02.26 Bolton Wanderers – Barnsley FC – 3:2		 28.02.26 Exeter City – Bolton Wanderers – 1:5
21.02.26 Peterborough United – Exeter City – 3:3
17.02.26 Exeter City – Wycombe Wanderers – 1:1
14.02.26 Exeter City – Northampton Town – 0:0
07.02.26 Mansfield Town – Exeter City – 0:0

Facts

  • Two mid-table teams will face off this time (ranked 13 and 15).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Barnsley won 2.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Barnsley will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Barnsley won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 6:13. (average 0.9:1.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Barnsley won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 2:6. (average 0.7:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.12.25 Exeter City – Barnsley FC – 3:0
    01.04.25 Barnsley FC – Exeter City – 1:2
    14.12.24 Exeter City – Barnsley FC – 1:2
    27.01.24 Barnsley FC – Exeter City – 1:2
    07.10.23 Exeter City – Barnsley FC – 0:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Cardiff 34 22 6 6 68:36 32 72
    2 Lincoln 34 21 8 5 63:31 32 71
    3 Bolton 35 16 13 6 50:34 16 61
    4 Bradford City 34 17 7 10 43:38 5 58
    5 Stockport County 34 16 8 10 47:43 4 56
    6 Huddersfield 35 15 7 13 55:46 9 52
    7 Reading 34 13 12 9 50:44 6 51
    8 Stevenage 33 14 9 10 37:35 2 51
    9 Wycombe 34 13 11 10 49:36 13 50
    10 Luton 34 13 8 13 43:41 2 47
    11 Peterborough 35 14 4 17 50:49 1 46
    12 Plymouth 34 14 4 16 49:50 -1 46
    13 Barnsley 31 12 8 11 53:53 0 44
    14 AFC Wimbledon 33 12 7 14 41:48 -7 43
    15 Exeter 33 11 8 14 38:39 -1 41
    16 Mansfield 32 10 10 12 39:37 2 40
    17 Burton 34 10 9 15 38:49 -11 39
    18 Doncaster 33 11 6 16 36:55 -19 39
    19 Wigan 33 9 10 14 35:46 -11 37
    20 Blackpool 34 10 7 17 40:54 -14 37
    21 Leyton Orient 33 10 6 17 44:56 -12 36
    22 Northampton 35 9 8 18 31:47 -16 35
    23 Rotherham 33 9 7 17 33:47 -14 34
    24 Port Vale 32 6 9 17 26:44 -18 27

    English League One Outrights

    1. Cardiff: 1.55 (55.24%)

    2. Lincoln City: 2.53 (33.84%)

    3. Bolton: 58.67 (1.46%)

    4. Port Vale: 100 (0.86%)

    5. Northampton: 100 (0.86%)

    6. Rotherham: 100 (0.86%)

    7. Doncaster Rovers: 100 (0.86%)

    8. Wimbledon FC: 100 (0.86%)

    9. Stockport County: 133.67 (0.64%)

    10. Bradford City: 142 (0.6%)

    11. Huddersfield: 160.2 (0.54%)

    12. Wycombe: 160.2 (0.54%)

    13. Reading: 160.2 (0.54%)

    14. Barnsley: 230.2 (0.37%)

    15. Stevenage: 230.2 (0.37%)

    16. Luton: 230.2 (0.37%)

    17. Plymouth: 280.2 (0.31%)

    18. Peterborough: 380.2 (0.23%)

    19. Mansfield: 880.2 (0.1%)

    20. Leyton Orient: 980.2 (0.09%)

    21. Exeter: 980.2 (0.09%)

    22. Blackpool: 980.2 (0.09%)

    23. Wigan: 980.2 (0.09%)

    24. Burton: 980.2 (0.09%)

    25. Doncaster: 1200.25 (0.07%)

    26. AFC Wimbledon: 1200.25 (0.07%)

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