Prediction for match Liverpool — Barnsley, 12.01.2026

Match Analysis: Liverpool vs Barnsley

On January 12, Liverpool and Barnsley will face off in the FA Cup. The odds are as follows: Liverpool's victory is at 1.14, a draw is priced at 7.80, and Barnsley's win is at 15.00. In terms of probabilities: Liverpool - 81.82%, draw - 11.96%, Barnsley - 6.22%. Liverpool is considered the favorite, as confirmed by both the odds and the probability distribution of the main outcomes. Bookmakers clearly favor Liverpool, who have a significant advantage in terms of winning probability.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Liverpool has an average ball possession of 62.2%, commits 1.2 yellow cards, 6 fouls, and 3.6 offsides per game. Barnsley holds the ball for an average of 58.8% of the time, receives 1.4 yellow cards, commits 9.6 fouls, and records 1.4 offsides. In Liverpool's last three matches: January 8 - Arsenal vs Liverpool - 0-0, January 4 - Fulham vs Liverpool - 2-2, January 1 - Liverpool vs Leeds - 0-0. For Barnsley: January 1 - Wigan Athletic vs Barnsley - 1-1, December 29 - Barnsley vs Lincoln City - 0-2, December 26 - Barnsley vs Mansfield Town - 2-3. These numbers reflect the difference in playing style and discipline between the teams and show that both teams regularly receive yellow cards and commit fouls, but Liverpool does so less frequently. On average, Liverpool controls the ball more often, while Barnsley commits more fouls.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In a five-match series, Liverpool has an average total of 2 goals, while Barnsley averages 3.4. Both teams score 1.2 goals per game, but Barnsley concedes significantly more - 2.2 compared to Liverpool's 0.8. In their last five matches, Liverpool played over 2.5 goals three times and under twice. Barnsley has similar stats: three times over, twice under. By halves: Liverpool only exceeded 1.5 goals in the first half once in five games, and twice in the second half. Barnsley exceeded 1.5 goals in the second half three times, and twice in the first half. Liverpool most frequently scores in the 31-45 and 76-90 minute intervals (40% each), while Barnsley scores most often in the first 15 minutes (44%). Conceded goals: Liverpool most often allows goals in the 46-60 minute interval (60%), Barnsley in the 16-30 and 61-75 minute intervals (25% each). These data suggest a tendency for both teams to have high-scoring matches, especially in the second half. Barnsley's unstable defense could lead to a high-scoring game. It makes sense to consider a bet on over 3.5 goals at 1.73, given that both teams exceeded the 2.5 goal mark in three of their last five matches, and Barnsley regularly concedes more than two goals per game.

Corners: Numbers and Possible Bets

Liverpool averages 5.6 corners per match, Barnsley 5.4. In the last five matches, Liverpool exceeded 9.5 total corners three times, Barnsley twice. For the nearest pair of totals where both options are available, the 9.5 total stands out: over 9.5 is priced at 1.57, under 9.5 at 2.30. Liverpool is the favorite in terms of corners with odds of 1.09. Both teams regularly earn five or more corners, making a bet on over 9.5 corners logical. It's also worth noting that Liverpool's ball control often leads to more set-pieces near the opponent's goal. Barnsley is also capable of earning several corners, especially if they are chasing the score.