Leyton Orient vs Barnsley predictions, Feb 28, 2026

Feb 22, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League One, on Saturday,

Leyton Orient

Barnsley

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As Leyton Orient prepares to host Barnsley FC on February 28, 2026, both teams are seeking to improve their recent form in the competitive landscape of English League One. Leyton Orient has managed to secure only one victory in their last five outings, struggling to find consistent form. Similarly, Barnsley FC has also recorded just one win in the same span, reflecting their own challenges with consistency.

From a tactical perspective, Leyton Orient may look to capitalize on home advantage, emphasizing a structured defense to contain Barnsley’s attack while hoping to exploit any gaps on the counter. Barnsley, known for their energetic pressing game, will aim to assert control in midfield, trying to create scoring opportunities through quick transitions and pace down the flanks.

The bookmakers’ odds reflect a tightly contested match, with Leyton Orient slightly favored at 2.53 compared to Barnsley’s 2.52. Our statistical model indicates a 37.9% chance of a home win, a 25.3% probability of a draw, and a 36.1% likelihood of an away victory. As both sides look to enhance their standing in the league, the outcome remains uncertain, suggesting an intriguing clash ahead.

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Leyton Orient
37.9%		 Draw
26.5%		 Barnsley
35.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of English League One Barnsley: 0.31% Leyton Orient: 0.09%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 2.47 3.5 2.62 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.45 3.4 2.6
Pinnacle 2.48 3.51 2.61

Latest Results

21.02.26 Northampton Town – Leyton Orient – 1:2
17.02.26 Leyton Orient – Plymouth Argyle – 1:3
07.02.26 Stockport County – Leyton Orient – 0:0
31.01.26 Leyton Orient – Port Vale – 0:1
27.01.26 Doncaster Rovers – Leyton Orient – 3:0		 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
03.02.26 Barnsley FC – Northampton Town – 2:2

Facts

  • A mid-table team and an outsider will play in this match (ranked 19 and 15).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Leyton Orient won 2.
  • Leyton Orient has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • In recent matches, Barnsley has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Leyton Orient may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Leyton Orient won 2 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 12:11. (average 1.7:1.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Leyton Orient won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 5:4. (average 1.7:1.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.12.25 Barnsley FC – Leyton Orient – 3:2
    18.04.25 Leyton Orient – Barnsley FC – 4:3
    21.12.24 Barnsley FC – Leyton Orient – 0:4
    10.02.24 Barnsley FC – Leyton Orient – 2:1
    21.10.23 Leyton Orient – Barnsley FC – 1:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Cardiff 33 21 6 6 64:36 28 69
    2 Lincoln 33 20 8 5 59:31 28 68
    3 Bolton 34 15 13 6 45:33 12 58
    4 Stockport County 32 16 8 8 46:38 8 56
    5 Bradford City 32 16 7 9 41:36 5 55
    6 Huddersfield 34 15 7 12 55:45 10 52
    7 Reading 33 12 12 9 48:43 5 48
    8 Stevenage 32 13 9 10 35:34 1 48
    9 Wycombe 33 12 11 10 46:36 10 47
    10 Luton 33 13 7 13 42:40 2 46
    11 Plymouth 33 14 4 15 49:49 0 46
    12 Peterborough 34 14 3 17 49:48 1 45
    13 AFC Wimbledon 32 12 6 14 39:46 -7 42
    14 Exeter 32 11 8 13 37:34 3 41
    15 Barnsley 30 11 8 11 50:52 -2 41
    16 Mansfield 31 10 9 12 37:35 2 39
    17 Doncaster 32 11 6 15 36:51 -15 39
    18 Blackpool 33 10 7 16 40:50 -10 37
    19 Leyton Orient 32 10 6 16 43:53 -10 36
    20 Burton 32 9 9 14 35:46 -11 36
    21 Wigan 32 8 10 14 34:46 -12 34
    22 Northampton 33 9 7 17 30:45 -15 34
    23 Rotherham 31 8 7 16 32:46 -14 31
    24 Port Vale 30 5 8 17 24:43 -19 23

    English League One Outrights

    1. Cardiff: 1.55 (55.42%)

    2. Lincoln City: 2.53 (33.95%)

    3. Stockport County: 47.5 (1.81%)

    4. Bolton: 50.33 (1.71%)

    5. Doncaster Rovers: 100 (0.86%)

    6. Wimbledon FC: 100 (0.86%)

    7. Bradford City: 100.33 (0.86%)

    8. Huddersfield: 130.2 (0.66%)

    9. Plymouth: 180.2 (0.48%)

    10. Stevenage: 180.2 (0.48%)

    11. Luton: 180.2 (0.48%)

    12. Wycombe: 180.2 (0.48%)

    13. Reading: 180.2 (0.48%)

    14. Barnsley: 280.2 (0.31%)

    15. Peterborough: 380.2 (0.23%)

    16. Mansfield: 880.2 (0.1%)

    17. Exeter: 880.2 (0.1%)

    18. Port Vale: 980.2 (0.09%)

    19. Northampton: 980.2 (0.09%)

    20. Leyton Orient: 980.2 (0.09%)

    21. Blackpool: 980.2 (0.09%)

    22. Wigan: 980.2 (0.09%)

    23. Rotherham: 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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