Crewe Alexandra U21 and Barnsley U21 face each other on Tuesday 04.07.2026, at 13:00 (UK Time), in a Development League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Crewe Alexandra U21's home ground, the .
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Crewe Alexandra U21 and Barnsley U21, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
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Over 2.5 Goals
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Crewe Alexandra U21 preview
Crewe Alexandra U21 heads into the match with the following record in the Development League: in 24 matches, Crewe Alexandra U21 secured 4 victories, 7 draws, and 13 losses, maintaining an average of 0.79 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Crewe Alexandra U21's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.
Crewe Alexandra U21 has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 33 goals, of which 33 were scored in the Development League, resulting in an average of 1.38 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is , who has found the back of the net 0 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 0 assists.
On the defensive side, Crewe Alexandra U21 has conceded 60 goals in the Development League (an average of 2.5 per game) and 60 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 2.5 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Barnsley U21 preview
Barnsley U21 comes into the game with 25 matches played so far in the Development League. They have secured 9 victories, 7 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.36 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 9 wins, 7 draws, and 9 losses.
Barnsley U21's attack has been highly effective, scoring 45 goals during this period. Of that total, 45 were netted in the Development League, with an average of 1.8 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.8.
Barnsley U21's offensive system is led by , the team's top scorer this season. The has found the back of the net 0 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, . The has contributed with 0 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 49 goals with an average of 1.96 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 49 goals in 25 matches, averaging 1.96 per match.
Head to head: Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Barnsley U21
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Crewe Alexandra U21
England - Professional Development League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W D L |
1.4 |
| Home | W L D W L |
1.4 |
| Away | L W D L L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 17% | 17% |
| Goals | 3.88 | 3.83 | 3.92 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.25 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 2.5 | 2.58 | 2.42 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 58% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 4% | 8% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 29% | 33% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 46% | 33% | 58% |
|
xG
|
1.15 | 1.21 | 1.1 |
|
xGA
|
2.19 | 2.3 | 2.09 |
Barnsley U21
England - Professional Development League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D L D |
1.6 |
| Home | W D W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | W L D W L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 36% | 31% | 42% |
| Goals | 3.76 | 4.15 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.8 | 1.85 | 1.75 |
| Conceded | 1.96 | 2.31 | 1.58 |
| Both Teams to Score | 72% | 77% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 15% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 8% | 8% | 8% |
| 1st to Score | 46% | 62% | 58% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 1.35 | 1.1 |
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xGA
|
1.19 | 1.14 | 1.23 |
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