Is Barnsley v Blackburn Rovers on TV? Is there a free stream? What is time is kick off?

Barnsley welcome Blackburn Rovers in the Championship on Wednesday night.
Barnsley manager Valerien Ismael looks on before the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford and Barnsley at Brentford Community Stadium on February 14, 2021.Barnsley manager Valerien Ismael looks on before the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford and Barnsley at Brentford Community Stadium on February 14, 2021.
Barnsley manager Valerien Ismael looks on before the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford and Barnsley at Brentford Community Stadium on February 14, 2021.

Barnsley return to Championship action against Blackburn Rovers on Wednesday night.

And with the game set to be shown on TV, we take you through everything you need to know ahead of the clash.

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The Tykes have earned 39 points from 29 fixtures so far this campaign following a good 2-0 win against Brentford last time out.

Rovers have earned 39 points from their 28 games so far this season and sit three positions above Barnsley in ninth.

But how can you watch the clash? Here, we take you through everything you need to know…

When is Barnsley v Blackburn Rovers?

The match will take place at Oakwell on Wednesday, February 17.

Kick-off is scheduled for 7:45pm.

What are the odds for Barnsley v Blackburn Rovers?

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At the time of writing, bookmakers Paddy Power have Barnsley priced at 8/5 to win the clash.

A draw is 11/5 with the same outlet, whilst a Blackburn win is 13/8.

Paddy Power are offering a odds of 7/2 on Rovers star Adam Armstrong to score first, with Bradley Dack priced at 11/2.

Barnsley’s Cauley Woodrow to score first is priced at 5/1 currently.

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What channel is Barnsley v Blackburn Rovers on?

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The Championship match between Barnsley and Blackburn Rovers will be broadcast on television via the Sky Sports Red Button service.

You can add the Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football channels for just £18 per month combined or pick up the complete sports package for just £23 per month.

Can I stream Barnsley v Blackburn Rovers online for free?

Unfortunately, there isn’t a free stream but Barnsley fans can pay to view the game.

You can watch the match with a NOW TV pass for £9.99 or for £33.99 without signing up for a contract.

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NOW TV can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles.

Existing Sky Sports customers can live stream the game via the Sky Go app on a variety of devices.

NOW TV is also available via BT Sport for BT Sport subscribers.

Who is the referee for Barnsley v Blackburn Rovers?

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Matthew Donohue will referee Barnsley’s Championship clash with Blackburn Rovers.

Mark Russell and Robert Hyde will assist Donohue, with David Webb named as the fourth official.

Is there any team news ahead of Barnsley v Blackburn Rovers?

Tykes boss Valerien Ismael may opt to keep changes down to a minimum having taken the chance to rest several of his Barnsley players at the weekend.

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Cauley Woodrow is most likely to return to the starting lineup, taking the place of Carlton Morris upfront.

Rovers boss Tony Mowbray could make a number of changes, including recalling loan star Harvey Elliott and Ben Brereton.

Taylor Harwood-Bellis – on loan from Manchester City – may also be drafted into the starting lineup for his first start.