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Barnsley 2-1 Blackpool: David McGoldrick returns to be the Tykes’ hero

Veteran striker David McGoldrick answered an SOS call from his manager to fire Barnsley to victory against Blackpool.

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18 January 2026

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BARNSLEY 2
McGoldrick 27, 90+3 s

BLACKPOOL 1
Fletcher 74
Veteran striker David McGoldrick answered an SOS call from his manager to fire Barnsley to victory against Blackpool.
The 38-year-old was not even meant to be playing against Blackpool, but was hastily pushed into the starting line-up after Davis Keillor-Dunn pulled out just hours before kick-off.
Ever the professional, McGoldrick took his big chance and scored both goals as the Tykes left it late to secure the win.
Barnsley coach Conor Hourihane said: “Davo rang me this morning (Saturday) and said he had been up al...

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