Barnsley vs Oldham prediction 11.11.2026 | Football League Trophy

Barnsley have endured a difficult start to the 2026/27 campaign, although their latest result should provide a timely confidence boost. Daniel Stendel's men thrashed Aldershot Town 7-2 in the FA Cup first round last weekend, ending a lengthy winless run. However, it is worth mentioning that Aldershot are a National League side.

Before that victory, they had drawn 1-1 with Oxford United and suffered four consecutive league defeats against Reading, Luton, Cambridge United and Stockport County.

Their EFL Trophy performances have been particularly disappointing. Barnsley lost 2-1 to Leeds United U21s before suffering a heavy 4-1 defeat against Fleetwood Town. 

On the injury front, centre-back Connor O'Riordan is a doubt after suffering a shoulder injury in training. However, Jack Shepherd is available again after serving his suspension in the FA Cup. Daniel Johnson and Isaac Smith have also been working towards returning to the squad.

Oldham have been considerably more successful in the EFL Trophy, winning both of their opening fixtures. Micky Mellon's side started with a 1-0 victory over Fleetwood Town before producing an entertaining 4-2 triumph against Leeds United U21s. 

Their overall league form has been less convincing, but recent results suggest some improvement. Oldham defeated Northampton Town 1-0 away from home, courtesy of Oliver Norburn's second-half goal, before recording an impressive 2-1 FA Cup victory over Sheffield Wednesday over the weekend. 

Regarding availability, defender Mark Kitching remains a long-term absentee with a knee injury, while midfielder Nathan Sheron is reportedly unavailable through suspension.