Peterborough United vs Barnsley Preview: Team News & Prediction | 2026-27 English League Cup | Third Round

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A rare all-League One third round clash as Peterborough United take on Barnsley.

Kick-off date/time: 15 September 2026 at 7:30 pm

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports+ / USA – Not televised

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Cannot be streamed

Peterborough United vs Barnsley prediction

Peterborough United overcame higher league opposition to reach this stage, beating Watford resounding at Vicarage Road by five goals to one. Barnsley meanwhile, have beaten fellow League One side Wigan and League Two’s Crewe Alexandra to make it here. The Posh however, should represent comfortably their toughest test.

One player who could make all the difference between these two clubs is Harry Leonard. Peterborough’s star striker netted twice against the Hornet and now boasts three goals already in this season’s League Cup. A perennial goalscoring having found the net 17 times in 2025-26. It’s worth backing Leonard to continue his scoring antics in this competition.

Peterborough United vs Barnsley tip: Harry Leonard to score anytime