2020-21 Championship – Bournemouth vs Barnsley Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Bournemouth vs Barnsley kick off? Saturday 13th March, 2021 – 15:00 (UK)
Where is Bournemouth vs Barnsley being played? Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth
Where can I get tickets for Bournemouth vs Barnsley? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Bournemouth vs Barnsley on in the UK? Sky Sports have the rights to Championship matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Bournemouth vs Barnsley in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
BOURNEMOUTH
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Begovic; A. Smith, Carter-Vickers, S. Cook, Kelly; L. Cook, Pearson, Billing; Stanislas, Long, Danjuma
Unavailable: Brooks (Injured), Solanke (Injured)
Questionable:
BARNSLEY
Predicted line-up (3-4-3): Collins; Sollbauer, Helik, Andersen; Brittain, Palmer, Mowatt, Styles; Woodrow, Dike, Chaplin
Unavailable: Bahre (Injured), B. Williams (Injured), Halme (Injured)
Questionable:
THE PREDICTION
A massive contest in terms of the battle to finish within the playoff places takes place at the Vitality Stadium between seventh-placed Bournemouth and sixth-placed Barnsley. The visitors head into the contest as the form side having accrued an incredible 22 points from the past 24 available to them, whereas Bournemouth have earned seven from their last three league games. Barnsley’s young squad have proven themselves as arguably the fittest in the division, however following a tough midweek match at home to Derby, a long trip to the South Coast just three days later is bound to have an effect against the hosts, who have enjoyed a week-long rest in comparison. With so much at stake here either way, a cagey affair is to be expected with goals likely at a premium as the two sides prioritise avoiding defeat as much as winning this one. With that mind, under 2.5 goals scored over the 90 minutes should be backed.
