Guiseley Draw 1-1 with Barnsley to End Pre-Season

August 3, 2026 Off By

Final pre-season match sees Guiseley remain unbeaten in six games

Guiseley AFC concluded their pre-season campaign with a 1-1 draw against Barnsley FC at Nethermoor on Sunday, 2 August 2026. The result extended their unbeaten run to six matches ahead of the new season in the Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division.

Match Summary

The game featured a youthful Guiseley bench, with academy players Matteo James, Dan Brookes, Alfie Dawes, and Wil Temple all making substitute appearances. Guiseley started strongly and took the lead in the 43rd minute through Cam Wilson, who scored with a well-placed strike past Barnsley goalkeeper Evan Anderson.

Earlier in the first half, Guiseley winger Amir Berchil had a goal disallowed for offside after slotting the ball into an open net. Both teams created several chances throughout the match, but neither side was able to convert enough opportunities to secure a win.

Key Moments

Berchil’s early goal was ruled out for offside.
Wilson scored in the 43rd minute to put Guiseley ahead.
Barnsley equalised in the second half through a powerful shot from O’Rian Reid in the 52nd minute.
Guiseley missed multiple chances in the closing stages, including headers and shots saved by the Barnsley goalkeeper.
Several substitutions were made by both sides, with Guiseley introducing academy players in the final stages.

Team Line-Ups

Guiseley Starting XI: Jack Hall (goalkeeper), Lucas Odunston, Ollie Brown, Lebrun Mbeka (captain), Elliot Owen, Paul Iggulden, Harrison Hopper, Derren Boyle, Amir Berchil, Cam Wilson, Charlie Staniland.

Substitutes: Jordan Thewlis, Michael Roxburgh (goalkeeper), Matteo James, Dan Brookes, Alfie Dawes, Wil Temple.