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Barnsley 1-1 Leicester

Ten-man Barnsley came from a goal down to rescue a point from a 1-1 draw with Leicester, who struggled to break down the hosts despite having a man advantage for more than an hour.

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 1:35 PM
Barnsley 1-1 Leicester
Key Things to Know
  • Ten-man Barnsley held Leicester City to a 1-1 draw at Oakwell Stadium.
  • Liam Cullen scored for Leicester in the seventh minute, while Reyes Cleary equalized in the 61st minute.
  • Barnsley's Luca Connell was sent off in the 26th minute following a challenge on Luke Thomas.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ten-man Barnsley secured a 1-1 draw against Leicester City at Oakwell Stadium in Sky Bet League One. Liam Cullen gave Leicester an early lead in the seventh minute following an assist from Luke Thomas. Barnsley faced an uphill battle when Luca Connell received a red card in the 26th minute, but the hosts fought back to level through Reyes Cleary in the 61st minute.

Despite having a man advantage for over an hour, Leicester failed to find a winner and were booed off alongside manager Russell Martin by visiting supporters. Barnsley defended firmly and nearly won it late through Patrick Kelly.

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