Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Notts County vs Barnet in the League Two. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Notts County vs Barnet in the League Two. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.
Match Details
- Fixture: Notts County vs Barnet
- Date: Saturday, 18 April 2026
- Kick-off: 15:00 BST
- Venue: Meadow Lane Stadium
Our predictions for Notts County vs Barnet
Match Prediction: Notts County 1-2 Barnet
Notts County will be looking to bounce back after a heavy 0-4 defeat against Cambridge United. Their home form has been more promising, with a recent 3-1 victory over Newport County showcasing their attacking potential. Expect them to come out with intent, leveraging their midfield strength to control the game.Notts County will be looking to bounce back after a heavy 0-4 defeat against Cambridge United. Their home form has been more promising, with a recent 3-1 victory over Newport County showcasing their attacking potential. Expect them to come out with intent, leveraging their midfield strength to control the game.
Barnet, on the other hand, are riding high on a wave of positive results, including a thrilling 3-2 win against Barrow. Their attacking trio has been in fine form, and they’ll be eager to exploit any defensive lapses from Notts County. This could be a closely contested affair with both sides having their moments.Barnet, on the other hand, are riding high on a wave of positive results, including a thrilling 3-2 win against Barrow. Their attacking trio has been in fine form, and they’ll be eager to exploit any defensive lapses from Notts County. This could be a closely contested affair with both sides having their moments.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Notts County
Notts County’s recent form has been a mixed bag, with two wins and three losses in their last five outings. Their 3-1 win against Newport County at home was a highlight, showing their capability to score and control the game. However, the 0-4 drubbing by Cambridge United will be a concern, especially defensively.
The inconsistency in their away performances, such as the 0-3 loss to Oldham Athletic, suggests a vulnerability that Barnet might exploit. Yet, their ability to bounce back with a win after a loss, as seen against Harrogate Town, indicates resilience that could serve them well.Notts County’s recent form has been a mixed bag, with two wins and three losses in their last five outings. Their 3-1 win against Newport County at home was a highlight, showing their capability to score and control the game. However, the 0-4 drubbing by Cambridge United will be a concern, especially defensively.
The inconsistency in their away performances, such as the 0-3 loss to Oldham Athletic, suggests a vulnerability that Barnet might exploit. Yet, their ability to bounce back with a win after a loss, as seen against Harrogate Town, indicates resilience that could serve them well.
Recent League Two Results:
- Loss: 0-4 vs Cambridge United (A)
- Win: 3-1 vs Newport County (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Salford City (A)
- Win: 2-0 vs Harrogate Town (A)
- Loss: 0-3 vs Oldham Athletic (A)
Barnet
Barnet are in a rich vein of form, unbeaten in their last five matches, with four wins and a draw. Their recent 3-2 victory over Barrow was a testament to their attacking prowess, with Callum Stead and Kabongo Tshimanga leading the charge.
Their ability to score freely, as seen in the 5-2 thrashing of Fleetwood Town, makes them a formidable opponent. The draw against Bromley showed they can grind out results when needed, adding to their confidence ahead of this clash.Barnet are in a rich vein of form, unbeaten in their last five matches, with four wins and a draw. Their recent 3-2 victory over Barrow was a testament to their attacking prowess, with Callum Stead and Kabongo Tshimanga leading the charge.
Their ability to score freely, as seen in the 5-2 thrashing of Fleetwood Town, makes them a formidable opponent. The draw against Bromley showed they can grind out results when needed, adding to their confidence ahead of this clash.
Recent League Two Results:
- Win: 3-2 vs Barrow (H)
- Win: 5-2 vs Fleetwood Town (A)
- Draw: 2-2 vs Bromley (H)
- Win: 1-0 vs Cambridge United (H)
- Win: 3-1 vs Milton Keynes Dons (A)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between these two sides has been fairly balanced, with Notts County slightly edging it in recent encounters. Their last meeting saw Notts County secure a narrow 1-0 victory away at Barnet, showcasing their ability to grind out results on the road.The head-to-head record between these two sides has been fairly balanced, with Notts County slightly edging it in recent encounters. Their last meeting saw Notts County secure a narrow 1-0 victory away at Barnet, showcasing their ability to grind out results on the road.
Barnet, however, have had their moments, including a 1-0 win back in 2018, indicating they can compete fiercely against Notts County. With both teams having tasted victory in this fixture before, it promises to be another closely fought contest.Barnet, however, have had their moments, including a 1-0 win back in 2018, indicating they can compete fiercely against Notts County. With both teams having tasted victory in this fixture before, it promises to be another closely fought contest.
Recent League Two Results
- Barnet 0-1 Notts County (18 Oct 2025)
- Barnet 1-0 Notts County (10 Feb 2018)
- Notts County 2-1 Barnet (14 Oct 2017)
- Notts County 1-0 Barnet (19 Mar 2017)
- Barnet 3-2 Notts County (26 Nov 2016)
Team News & Injury Report
Notts County
- No injuries have been reported for the current season.
Barnet
- Adebola Oluwo (Yellow Card Suspension)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Notts County (3-4-2-1)
- Predicted lineup: Belshaw (GK), Bedeau (DF), Ness (DF), Macari (DF), Norburn (MF), Kouhyar (MF), Palmer (MF), Bennetts (MF), Grant (AT), Iorpenda (AT), Ndlovu (AT)Predicted lineup: Belshaw (GK), Bedeau (DF), Ness (DF), Macari (DF), Norburn (MF), Kouhyar (MF), Palmer (MF), Bennetts (MF), Grant (AT), Iorpenda (AT), Ndlovu (AT)
Notts County are likely to stick with their 3-4-2-1 formation, aiming to control the midfield with Oliver Norburn and Matt Palmer pulling the strings. Keanan Bennetts will be crucial in providing width and creativity, supporting the attacking trio of Conor Grant, Tom Iorpenda, and Lee Ndlovu.Notts County are likely to stick with their 3-4-2-1 formation, aiming to control the midfield with Oliver Norburn and Matt Palmer pulling the strings. Keanan Bennetts will be crucial in providing width and creativity, supporting the attacking trio of Conor Grant, Tom Iorpenda, and Lee Ndlovu.
Barnet (3-4-2-1)
- Predicted lineup: Slicker (GK), Senior (DF), Crichlow (DF), Tavares (DF), Kanu (MF), Shelton (MF), Chinedu (MF), Ofoborh (MF), Stead (AT), Glover (AT), Tshimanga (AT)Predicted lineup: Slicker (GK), Senior (DF), Crichlow (DF), Tavares (DF), Kanu (MF), Shelton (MF), Chinedu (MF), Ofoborh (MF), Stead (AT), Glover (AT), Tshimanga (AT)
Barnet’s predicted 3-4-2-1 setup will focus on a solid defensive base with Adam Senior and Romoney Crichlow at the back. The midfield quartet, led by Phillip Chinedu, will look to dominate possession and feed the dynamic front three of Callum Stead, Ryan Glover, and Kabongo Tshimanga.Barnet’s predicted 3-4-2-1 setup will focus on a solid defensive base with Adam Senior and Romoney Crichlow at the back. The midfield quartet, led by Phillip Chinedu, will look to dominate possession and feed the dynamic front three of Callum Stead, Ryan Glover, and Kabongo Tshimanga.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Grant vs Senior: Grant’s pace and trickery will test Senior’s defensive resolve.Grant vs Senior: Grant’s pace and trickery will test Senior’s defensive resolve.
- Norburn vs Chinedu: A midfield battle of wits, with Norburn’s experience against Chinedu’s energy.Norburn vs Chinedu: A midfield battle of wits, with Norburn’s experience against Chinedu’s energy.
- Bennetts (Notts County): Bennetts’ creativity and crossing ability will be key to unlocking Barnet’s defence.Bennetts (Notts County): Bennetts’ creativity and crossing ability will be key to unlocking Barnet’s defence.
- Stead (Barnet): Stead’s recent goal-scoring form makes him a constant threat to Notts County’s backline.Stead (Barnet): Stead’s recent goal-scoring form makes him a constant threat to Notts County’s backline.
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