Barnsley’s first Oakwell game of the season sees a win for the Reds

Match Report: Barnsley 3–2 Burton Albion – 9 August 2025

Barnsley FC secured a thrilling 3–2 comeback victory over Burton Albion at Oakwell on Saturday evening. The League One contest was full of momentum swings, as the visitors took the lead early through a penalty before the home side fought back under the stewardship of manager Conor Hourihane.

First Half:

• 4′ – A penalty was awarded to Burton Albion after Barnsley’s David McGoldrick was judged to have fouled JJ McKiernan. Jake Beesley calmly converted from the spot, giving Burton an early advantage.
• 35′ – Fabio Tavares doubled Burton’s lead by finishing into an empty net after a rushed clearance by Barnsley’s goalkeeper.

Second Half:

• 55′ – Caylan Vickers pulled one back for Barnsley with a delightful looping effort into the top corner.
• 63′ – Davis Keillor-Dunn equalised, firing home from close range after Luca Connell’s shot was parried.
• 90′+3 – The winning goal arrived in the dying moments: McGoldrick found the net to complete the comeback and seal a 3–2 win for Barnsley.