League One action on Saturday 14 November: Wigan take on Barnsley at The Brick Community Stadium from 16:00 WAT. Wigan sit 21st with 11 points from 14 games (in the bottom half), while Barnsley are 23rd on 9 (in the bottom three). The gap is just 2 points, so three points here could swap their places.
Form guide
Wigan – form over the last 5: WWDWL Most recently they beat Crewe 2–1 on the road. They score 1.5 and concede 1.3 per game.
Barnsley – form over the last 5: WDLLL Most recently they beat Aldershot Town 7–2 at home. On their travels they have won 0 and lost 3 of their last 3. They are averaging 2.0 goals a game – a real threat going forward.
On form, Wigan have the edge: 1.7 points a game against 0.7.
Previous meetings
Their most recent meeting, on 8 Aug 2026, finished Barnsley 1–1 Wigan. Across the last 2 meetings Wigan have won 0s, Barnsley 0, with 2 draws, averaging 2.0 goals, with both sides scoring 2 times.
Goals outlook
Our model projects Wigan 1.5 – 1.3 Barnsley in expected goals – roughly 2.9 goals in all. Goals could go either way – 57% for over 2.5, 65% for both teams to score. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Match result chances: Wigan 44% · draw 21% · Barnsley 35%.
Both teams to score: yes (65%) at 1.50.
ZoraTips prediction
Our tip: Both teams to score, rated at 65% confidence at odds of 1.50. Predicted score: Wigan 1–1 Barnsley. Graded on the 90-minute score. No tip is certain – 18+ only, stake responsibly.
Result chances
Wigan44%fair 2.26 · @2.20
Draw21%fair 4.85 · @3.50
Barnsley35%fair 2.84 · @2.80
2.87Expected goals
1.53Wigan xG
1.33Barnsley xG
65%Both score
57%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
2–19%
1–09%
1–28%
0–18%
2–07%
From our goals model: Wigan 1.5 – 1.3 Barnsley expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 65% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.50.
Who will win Wigan vs Barnsley?
On our numbers Wigan have a 44% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Barnsley 35%.
How many goals will there be in Wigan vs Barnsley?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 57% likely and both teams score 65% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Wigan vs Barnsley?
Our predicted score is Wigan 1–1 Barnsley, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.9 goals in total.
When is Wigan vs Barnsley?
Wigan vs Barnsley (League One) kicks off on Saturday 14 November 2026 at 16:00 (West Africa Time) at The Brick Community Stadium.
Numbers from ZoraTips' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
