Match Report
Barnsley beat Manchester City U21 3-1 at home in the EFL Trophy, Group Stage. Before the match, Barnsley were 2nd in the EFL Trophy table with Manchester City U21 in 3rd. Head-to-head (2018–2023): 2 matches, 1 win for Barnsley, 0 for Manchester City U21, 1 drawn. Barnsley had scored 6 goals this season (2.0 per game), Manchester City U21 had 3 (1.0 per game). Barnsley's goals came from Conor McCarthy (26'), Jon Russell (31'), Emmaisa Nzondo (79'); Manchester City U21 scored through Will Dickson (43'). Match stats: possession 50%-50%, shots 12-10, on target 3-1, corners 5-8. See the full match report, player ratings and detailed statistics above.
Goal scorers
Barnsley: Conor McCarthy (26'), Jon Russell (31'), Emmaisa Nzondo (79') · Manchester City U21: Will Dickson (43')
Key stats
Possession: Barnsley 50% · Manchester City U21 50% · Total shots: 12-10 · On target: 3-1 · Corners: 5-8