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Bolton vs Barnsley Prediction
Why we picked this for Bolton vs Barnsley
Our pick for Bolton vs Barnsley in FA Cup is Under 2.5 goals, with 59% confidence. Recent form: 3 of Bolton's last 5 games went over 2.5 goals (2.6 goals per game in total), against 0 of 5 for Barnsley (1.2 per game). That recent scoring pattern is the main reason behind the pick.
The head-to-head points the other way: only 1 of their last 3 meetings finished under 2.5 goals. Older meetings say less about how these teams play now, so recent form counts for more in our numbers. At 59%, the recent numbers lean this way, but not strongly. Final score: 1-2. The pick lost.
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Last 5 matches, each side
Most recent match first. Tag shows whether that match went over or under 2.5 total goals.
Last 3 meetings
Bolton vs Barnsley, most recent first.
| Date | Home | Away | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2022 | Bolton | Barnsley | 0-0 | Under 2.5✓ |
| Apr 14, 2018 | Barnsley | Bolton | 2-2 | Over 2.5✕ |
| Dec 02, 2017 | Bolton | Barnsley | 3-1 | Over 2.5✕ |