In League Two’s early kick-off this weekend, Fleetwood Town visit a Barrow side looking to replicate their recent 2-0 victory over Colchester United. Separated by a mere two places, the Cod Army need to bounce back from a winless run of three games. The SO Legal Stadium will play host to an enticing fixture between two traditional, local rivals.
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Our Three Predictions for Barrow vs Fleetwood Town
- First Prediction: Match Result – Draw 21/10
- Second Prediction: Will Davies to score anytime 11/4
- Third Prediction: Both teams to score – Yes 17/20
Betting odds are correct at time of writing via MyriadPlay
First Prediction for Barrow vs Fleetwood Town – Match Result – Draw 21/10
Fleetwood Town have drawn three times so far this season, across two competitions. A 2-2 draw away to Bromley was followed up with a 4-1 decimation by Crewe Alexandra. Following this heavy defeat, the Cod Army welcomed Oldham Athletic to Highbury and continued their season with another draw.
Without too much to go on so far this season, the two sides look similar in terms of their points tally. Barrow have blown hot and cold this season, with an emphasis on defensive solidity achieving two wins in five matches. Fleetwood have been attacking-minded in their approach, fielding five different strikers in order to extract as many goals as possible. Although, the defensive line have clearly suffered, conceding eight while scoring the exact same.
The last time these fourth tier sides faced off in the league, a 0-0 draw was played out. This April iteration of the fixture saw this bet land with only one big chance arising for both. An expectation may lie on this result once more, with both teams looking to find form – with the majority of the top eight winning their most recent fixture.
Second Prediction for Barrow vs Fleetwood Town – Will Davies to score anytime 11/4
James Norwood’s inclusion in the starting lineup may have unsettled Will Davies’ solidity in the forward line. Partnering Ched Evans in the most recent draw against former side Oldham, the 34-year-old has scored twice since a move from the Latics. However, as an exciting prospect – with three goals coming in the first two fixtures – Davies may be expected to return to this scintillating form after spending time on the bench. The ex-Sutton United striker moved to Highbury this summer after an 18-goal campaign in the National League last season.
At 11/4, the bet relies on a proven goalscorer this season to rediscover the attacking threat that put Fleetwood 2-0 up within 34 minutes against Bristol Rovers and open the scoring against Barnet. Away from home, Pete Wild’s side have looked threatening, with the 41-year-old gearing up to face his former side this weekend.
The former Barrow head coach has plenty of forward options at his disposal this weekend. If Davies continues his role as an impact sub, the odds for Norwood and Evans look equally as appealing. Both start the weekend on the exact same odds as Davies, backed at 11/4. It could be a last-minute placement once the line-ups are revealed prior to kick-off.
Third Prediction for Barrow vs Fleetwood Town – Both teams to score – Yes 17/20
Despite Barrow being a concern in this bet landing, with only one game involving both teams on the scoresheet this season, Fleetwood have welcomed it in the last five matches. The Bluebirds’ 2-1 victory over Notts County saw an 89th minute equalizer from Matthew Dennis cancelled out by a winner for Barrow in the seventh of stoppage time.
Fleetwood have not been able to avoid both teams scoring since a convincing, opening weekend victory over Barnet. The away side won 2-0 and have played out EFL Cup and league ties with this bet successfully achieved. With much to play for this early in the season, the expectation will be on both sides to try and unlock the opposition defence.
Best Odds for Barrow vs Fleetwood Town
| Bookmaker | Barrow | Draw | Fleetwood Town |
| MyriadPlay | 1/1 | 21/10 | 5/2 |
| Gentleman Jim | 21/20 | 11/5 | 12/5 |
| Betarno | 1/1 | 85/40 | 12/5 |
Full Preview of the Game – Last Results and Head-to-Head
Head-to-head meetings have recently favoured Fleetwood. The Cod Army have won five of the past nine match-ups. Two draws have been played out, including a 0-0 affair in April last season. A 2-0 Barrow win in the reverse tie during the December build-up of games was the last time the Bluebirds won outright against Fleetwood since 2011. During an EFL Trophy group stage match in August 2022, Barrow won an extra point on penalties despite a 1-1 draw in normal time.
Barrow have been hit and miss this campaign. A tough opening fortnight saw Andy Whing’s side lose to promotion favourites, Chesterfield and Milton Keynes Dons. Following this expectantly winless start, Preston North End knocked the Bluebirds out of the EFL Cup in the first round. However, an inspired performance – with an own goal from Charlie Raglan being the decisive slip-up – subsequently saw Barrow pick up their first three points against Notts County. A 1-0 defeat to Harrogate Town followed just three days after, but a recent 2-0 win over Colchester should hand Whing’s team some confidence.
Confrontation
Where to watch Barrow vs Fleetwood Town
Where can I watch this League Two clash, either on TV or in-person?
- Location: The SO Legal Stadium, Barrow-in-Furness
- Date: Saturday 30th August 2025
- Channel: Live on Sky Sports+ from 12:30pm
Probable Lineups for Barrow vs Fleetwood Town
What sort of lineups can we expect for this sixth match day fixture?
Predicted Barrow Lineup:
- Lineup: W. Stanway, J. Earing, L. Shipley, N. Canavan, C. Raglan, B. Jackson, R. Booty, S. Smith, B. Whitfield, T. Barkhuizen, T. Walker
- Manager: Andy Whing
- Injured: M.J. Williams, R. Harper, I. Fletcher, M. Adu-Poku
Predicted Fleetwood Town Lineup:
- Lineup: J. Lynch, F. Potter, Z. Medley, J. Bolton, T. Mullarkey, W. Johnson, E. Bonds, H. Neal, M. Helm, W. Davies, J. Norwood
- Manager: Pete Wild
- Injured: D. Harrington, D. Hume (doubt)
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