Barnsley 0-1 Blackpool standout stats: More cards than Christmas, wasted chances, key performer- in pictures

A first half penalty from Jordan Rhodes helped Blackpool on their way to a 1-0 victory over Barnsley.

By Amos Wynn

Published 1st Oct 2023, 15:00 BST

The result at Oakwell marks the Seasiders’ first league away win of the season.

Neil Critchley’s side were tested defensively throughout, but remained firm at the back to claim the three points.

Here are some of the standout stats from the game (Courtesy of SofaScore):

Blackpool only had 32 percent of possession.

1. Possession

Blackpool only had 32 percent of possession. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd

The Seasiders had six shots with three on target (two off and one blocked).
Meanwhile, none of Barnsley's 13 shots were on target, with Blackpool blocking eight of their efforts.

2. Shots

The Seasiders had six shots with three on target (two off and one blocked). Meanwhile, none of Barnsley's 13 shots were on target, with Blackpool blocking eight of their efforts. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd

Blackpool received seven yellow cards, while Barnsley were booked once.

3. Bookings

Blackpool received seven yellow cards, while Barnsley were booked once. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd

Blackpool had one big chance, while Barnsley had none.

4. Big chances

Blackpool had one big chance, while Barnsley had none. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd

Blackpool had five shots in the box, and one outside.
Meanwhile, the home side had eight shots inside, and five out.

5. Shooting positions

Blackpool had five shots in the box, and one outside. Meanwhile, the home side had eight shots inside, and five out. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd

Dan Grimshaw wasn't tested, while Liam Roberts made two saves.

6. Saves

Dan Grimshaw wasn't tested, while Liam Roberts made two saves. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd

Blackpool Barnsley Jordan Rhodes Seasiders Oakwell Neil Critchley