REF’s picks

Stockport County hold a strong home record and enter this fixture in better league shape than a struggling Barnsley side. Backing the hosts to secure the victory makes sense given their attacking capability at Edgeley Park.

1. 1Stockport sit comfortably higher in the League One standings and have only lost once in their last eight home matches.
2. 2Barnsley have struggled defensively on their travels, conceding in six consecutive away fixtures.
3. 3The hosts have occasionally leaked goals themselves recently, meaning Barnsley's tendency to score away from home could keep things competitive.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.