Barnsley host Oldham Athletic at Oakwell, Barnsley, South Yorkshire today at 8:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 6 points in the EFL Trophy North – Group G, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Barnsley come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Oldham Athletic, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Barnsley head into this on the back of a defeat, while Oldham Athletic arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours Barnsley here — they've won 7 of 10 previous meetings against Oldham Athletic, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Oldham Athletic won 1–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Barnsley a slight edge, but Oldham Athletic are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.