Reading vs Barnsley predictions, Jan 24, 2026

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In a highly anticipated English League One match, Reading will face off against Barnsley FC on January 24, 2026. Reading, who have won 3 of their last 5 matches, will have the home advantage. With a recent strong form, they will look to maintain their winning streak and secure another victory.

On the other hand, Barnsley FC has only managed to win 1 of their last 5 matches, which puts them at a slight disadvantage going into this match. However, in football, anything can happen, and they will be eager to turn their form around and come out with a positive result.

The bookmakers have slightly favored Reading with odds of 2.16 for a home win, compared to 3.16 for an away win for Barnsley FC. Our model prediction also gives Reading a slight edge with a 43.8% probability of a home win.

Both teams will need to bring their A-game to the pitch, and it is sure to be an exciting and closely contested match. Ultimately, the outcome will depend on how well each team executes their tactics on the day.

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Reading 43.2%

Draw 26.8%

Barnsley 30%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of English League One Barnsley: 0.83% Reading: 0.55%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.18	3.55	3.05
	2.18	3.45	3.13	Watch and Bet
	2.15	3.3	3
	2.16	3.45	3.16
	2.1	3.4	3.14

Latest Results

17.01.26 Leyton Orient – Reading – 3:1 04.01.26 Reading – Stockport County – 1:0 01.01.26 Reading – Burton Albion – 2:0 29.12.25 Peterborough United – Reading – 1:1 26.12.25 Plymouth Argyle – Reading – 1:4

17.01.26 Barnsley FC – Blackpool – 2:1 12.01.26 Liverpool FC – Barnsley FC – 4:1 01.01.26 Wigan Athletic – Barnsley FC – 1:1 29.12.25 Barnsley FC – Lincoln City – 0:2 26.12.25 Barnsley FC – Mansfield Town – 2:3

Facts

Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 11 and 15).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Reading won 0.

Reading is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Barnsley‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Barnsley may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Reading could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Reading won 6 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 29:23. (average 1.6:1.3).

Including home matches between the teams, Reading won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 3 matches, and goals 12:10. (average 1.5:1.3).

Latest Head To Head

13.09.25 Barnsley FC – Reading – 3:2 03.05.25 Reading – Barnsley FC – 2:4 26.11.24 Barnsley FC – Reading – 2:2 13.04.24 Barnsley FC – Reading – 2:2 09.12.23 Reading – Barnsley FC – 1:3

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Cardiff	26	17	4	5	45:26	19	55
2	Lincoln	26	14	7	5	42:28	14	49
3	Bradford City	25	13	7	5	35:27	8	46
4	Stockport County	26	13	6	7	37:32	5	45
5	Bolton	26	11	9	6	33:25	8	42
6	Huddersfield	27	11	6	10	46:38	8	39
7	Luton	26	11	6	9	37:32	5	39
8	Stevenage	24	10	7	7	27:23	4	37
9	Wycombe	26	9	9	8	34:29	5	36
10	Mansfield	24	10	5	9	34:28	6	35
11	Reading	25	9	8	8	33:31	2	35
12	Peterborough	26	11	2	13	33:35	-2	35
13	Exeter	25	10	3	12	28:23	5	33
14	Plymouth	26	10	3	13	33:39	-6	33
15	Barnsley	22	9	5	8	35:34	1	32
16	Leyton Orient	26	9	5	12	39:43	-4	32
17	AFC Wimbledon	25	9	4	12	27:34	-7	31
18	Wigan	25	7	9	9	26:28	-2	30
19	Burton	25	8	6	11	26:35	-9	30
20	Blackpool	26	8	5	13	32:39	-7	29
21	Northampton	25	8	5	12	23:30	-7	29
22	Doncaster	25	7	5	13	25:41	-16	26
23	Rotherham	25	6	6	13	24:38	-14	24
24	Port Vale	24	4	6	14	18:34	-16	18

English League One Outrights

1. Cardiff: 1.43 (57.77%)

2. Lincoln City: 7.15 (11.58%)

3. Bolton: 11.13 (7.44%)

4. Bradford City: 11.47 (7.22%)

5. Stockport County: 15 (5.52%)

6. Huddersfield: 63 (1.31%)

7. Luton: 65.4 (1.27%)

8. Doncaster Rovers: 100 (0.83%)

9. Wimbledon FC: 100 (0.83%)

10. Barnsley: 100.33 (0.83%)

11. Stevenage: 108.67 (0.76%)

12. Mansfield: 133.67 (0.62%)

13. Wycombe: 142 (0.58%)

14. Reading: 150.33 (0.55%)

15. Peterborough: 192 (0.43%)

16. Leyton Orient: 233.67 (0.35%)

17. Exeter: 233.67 (0.35%)

18. Plymouth: 280.2 (0.3%)

19. Wigan: 317 (0.26%)

20. Burton: 317 (0.26%)

21. AFC Wimbledon: 360.4 (0.23%)

22. Blackpool: 400.33 (0.21%)

23. Doncaster: 460.4 (0.18%)

24. Northampton: 567 (0.15%)

25. Rotherham: 900.33 (0.09%)

26. Port Vale: 983.67 (0.08%)

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