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Luton vs Barnet

Kenilworth Road, Luton24 March 2018 at 17:15
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Luton

20
Away

Barnet

Referee: Salisbury Michael

Match Events

Luton
Barnet
Kick Off
Half Time
D. Hylton

assist: D. Potts

47′
55′
A. BlackmanS. Akinola
62′Richard Brindley
67′
J. TaylorS. Coulthirst
J. Collins

assist: L. Berry

67′
76′John Akinde
79′Tutonda
81′
R. BrindleyJ. Akpa Akpro
A. ShinnieG. Rea
88′
O. LeeJ. Stacey
90+5′
D. HyltonJ. Jervis
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal2
6Shots off Goal4
15Total Shots6
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
12Fouls22
7Corner Kicks3
6Offsides0
60%Ball Possession40%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves7
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Luton is 7.20, compared to — for Barnet. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Luton's highest-rated starter is J. Shea (7.20), while Barnet's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Luton deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Barnet's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Luton field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Barnet's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Luton start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Barnet averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Age & Experience

The average age of Luton's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: J. Shea (34), oldest: J. Shea (34)), while Barnet average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Luton's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 0 for Barnet. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

LutonPosition StrengthBarnet
7.20
Avg Rating
7.20Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
Luton
36GoalkeeperJ. Shea7.2
6DefenderS. Cuthbert
44DefenderA. Sheehan
3DefenderD. Potts
2DefenderJ. Justin
4MidfielderA. McCormack
11MidfielderA. Shinnie
18MidfielderL. Berry
8MidfielderO. Lee
9ForwardD. Hylton
19ForwardJ. Collins
Barnet
21GoalkeeperC. Ross
24DefenderA. Blackman
2DefenderR. Brindley
5DefenderRicardo
13DefenderD. Tutonda
4DefenderC. Clough
8MidfielderC. Weston
12MidfielderJ. Taylor
9MidfielderJ. Akinde
26MidfielderD. Sweeney
23ForwardA. Nicholls

Match Summary

Luton defeated Barnet 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by D. Hylton 47′, J. Collins 67′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Luton had 60% possession while Barnet held 40%. Luton had 15 shots (9 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Barnet. Luton made 3 substitutions, Barnet made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Luton vs Barnet Head to Head Results

8 stretnutí
Luton
6
wins
Drawn
0
Barnet
2
wins
Total goals
22 · 2.8/match
Both scored
5/8 · 63%
Over 2.5
5/8 · 63%

Recent Form

Luton

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Barnet

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Luton dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Luton5wins
1draws8 meetings
Barnet2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.4

Average goals per game

38%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (61%) — the odds may underestimate Luton.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.0%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 63.2%Draw 23.9%Away 16.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.573.805.83
Max1.604.446.00
Market favourite:Luton · Heavy favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market61.5%21.9%16.7%
Public market61.1%22.6%16.3%

Luton vs Barnet — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Luton
Result vs. Market: Luton (63%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

LutonHalf-time:00Barnet
17Shots11
9Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
24/03/18Luton2–0Barnet1.58/4.19/5.94
12/08/17Barnet1–0Luton3.37/3.38/2.25
31/12/16Luton3–1Barnet1.76/3.78/4.89
08/04/17Barnet0–1Luton3.35/3.38/2.26
14/11/15Luton2–0Barnet2.30/3.49/3.20
28/03/16Barnet2–1Luton3.39/3.37/2.25
18/04/09Barnet1–1Luton2.12/3.41/3.05
06/12/08Luton3–1Barnet1.91/3.41/3.63

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Luton

W 96D 67L 67
Over 2.546
Goals scored339

Away Record: Barnet

W 168D 151L 233
Over 2.550
Goals scored655

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026