Barnsley vs Wigan Athletic predictions, Mar 17, 2026

Mar 11, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League One, on Tuesday,

Barnsley

Wigan Athletic

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As Barnsley FC prepares to host Wigan Athletic in this English League One clash on March 17, 2026, both teams will be keen to capitalize on their recent form. Barnsley has recorded two victories in their last five outings, showcasing resilience and tactical adaptability at home. Their performance will likely hinge on their ability to control possession and exploit Wigan’s defensive weaknesses.

Wigan Athletic, also with two wins in their last five matches, will look to capitalize on counter-attacks, leveraging their speed and agility. The visitors have shown glimpses of solidity, but inconsistency remains a concern. Their strategy will likely focus on disrupting Barnsley’s rhythm and seizing scoring opportunities from set-pieces.

The bookmakers’ odds reflect a slight favor for Barnsley at 2.07 for a home win compared to Wigan’s 3.19 for an away victory. Our model suggests a 44.8% probability of Barnsley winning, alongside a 28.4% chance for Wigan to take all three points and a 26.7% likelihood for a draw.

Ultimately, this match promises to be competitive, with both sides possessing the tools for victory. However, as is often the case in football, the outcome remains uncertain.

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Barnsley
44.3%		 Draw
27%		 Wigan
28.7%

Outrights of English League One Wigan: 0.84% Barnsley: 0.19%

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Latest Results

10.03.26 Barnsley FC – Cardiff City – 1:1
07.03.26 Barnsley FC – Exeter City – 2:1
03.03.26 Barnsley FC – Wycombe Wanderers – 0:1
28.02.26 Leyton Orient – Barnsley FC – 1:3
21.02.26 Huddersfield Town – Barnsley FC – 2:1		 10.03.26 Wigan Athletic – Plymouth Argyle – 0:3
07.03.26 Blackpool – Wigan Athletic – 1:1
28.02.26 Wigan Athletic – Huddersfield Town – 1:0
21.02.26 Stockport County – Wigan Athletic – 4:2
18.02.26 Wigan Athletic – Luton Town – 1:0

Facts

  • A mid-table team will face off against the outsider in this match (ranked 12 and 21 in the zone Relegation ~ League Two).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Barnsley won 1.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Barnsley may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Barnsley is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Barnsley won 4 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 16:19. (average 1.1:1.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Barnsley won 0 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1:8. (average 0.2:1.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.01.26 Wigan Athletic – Barnsley FC – 1:1
    29.03.25 Wigan Athletic – Barnsley FC – 1:1
    23.11.24 Barnsley FC – Wigan Athletic – 0:1
    13.08.24 Wigan Athletic – Barnsley FC – 1:2 penalties
    01.01.24 Barnsley FC – Wigan Athletic – 1:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Lincoln 36 23 8 5 66:31 35 77
    2 Cardiff 36 22 7 7 69:39 30 73
    3 Bolton 36 17 13 6 53:36 17 64
    4 Bradford City 35 18 7 10 45:39 6 61
    5 Stockport County 34 16 8 10 47:43 4 56
    6 Huddersfield 36 16 7 13 56:46 10 55
    7 Reading 36 14 12 10 53:47 6 54
    8 Stevenage 35 15 9 11 39:37 2 54
    9 Wycombe 36 14 11 11 52:39 13 53
    10 Plymouth 36 16 4 16 54:51 3 52
    11 Luton 36 13 9 14 46:45 1 48
    12 Barnsley 34 13 9 12 56:56 0 48
    13 Peterborough 35 14 4 17 50:49 1 46
    14 AFC Wimbledon 34 13 7 14 42:48 -6 46
    15 Mansfield 34 11 11 12 40:37 3 44
    16 Exeter 36 11 9 16 40:43 -3 42
    17 Burton 36 10 10 16 39:51 -12 40
    18 Doncaster 35 11 7 17 38:58 -20 40
    19 Leyton Orient 35 11 6 18 47:59 -12 39
    20 Blackpool 35 10 8 17 41:55 -14 38
    21 Wigan 35 9 11 15 36:50 -14 38
    22 Rotherham 35 9 8 18 33:48 -15 35
    23 Northampton 36 9 8 19 31:48 -17 35
    24 Port Vale 32 6 9 17 26:44 -18 27

    English League One Outrights

    1. Lincoln City: 1.41 (59.46%)

    2. Cardiff: 2.87 (29.09%)

    3. Bolton: 90.4 (0.92%)

    4. Doncaster: 100 (0.84%)

    5. Port Vale: 100 (0.84%)

    6. Northampton: 100 (0.84%)

    7. Leyton Orient: 100 (0.84%)

    8. Exeter: 100 (0.84%)

    9. Blackpool: 100 (0.84%)

    10. Wigan: 100 (0.84%)

    11. Rotherham: 100 (0.84%)

    12. Burton: 100 (0.84%)

    13. Bradford City: 140.4 (0.6%)

    14. Stockport County: 150.4 (0.56%)

    15. Huddersfield: 200.25 (0.42%)

    16. Wycombe: 325.25 (0.26%)

    17. Reading: 325.25 (0.26%)

    18. Plymouth: 387.75 (0.22%)

    19. Barnsley: 450.25 (0.19%)

    20. Stevenage: 450.25 (0.19%)

    21. Luton: 700.25 (0.12%)

    22. Peterborough: 1075.25 (0.08%)

    23. Mansfield: 1200.25 (0.07%)

    24. AFC Wimbledon: 1200.25 (0.07%)

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