Team: Barnsley
Nickname: Tykes
Address: Oakwell Stadium, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1ET
Official Website: www.barnsleyfc.co.uk
Stadium: Oakwell
Capacity: 23,009
Last Seasons Finish: 20th
2007-08 Prediction: Relegation Contenders
Championship Odds (Coral)
Outright: 100/1
Promotion: 33/1
Relegation: 11/8
| Did You Know? Barnsley's only ever FA Cup Final victory came in 1912 when they beat West Bromwich Albion in a replay at Bramall Lane. The Tykes beat Albion 1-0 in the replay at the Lane after drawing 0-0 at Crystal Palace in the initial game. |
:: Fans View ::
Name: Rob Miles
Website: www.tykes-mad.co.uk
01. What's the best that could happen this season?
We could finish in the region of 13th-17th.
02. And the worst?
Relegation obviously.
03. Young player to watch?
Rob Atkinson
04. Most important player?
Brian Howard
05. Player you would like to get rid of?
Paul Heckingbottom
06. Is your manager the right man for the job?
Yes and No, not very experienced but can attract some good players.
07. What advice would you give him?
Don't panic if we don't start well
08. Which team do you most want to beat this season?
Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday
09. Which opposition player will get the most stick?
Stephen McPhail
10. Where will you finish?
18th
11. How would you rate Sheffield United and were will they finish?
Quite well if they keep their main players, I'll say 4th.