2008-2009 Season Previews

Last updated : 08 August 2008 By Rob Miles (barnsley Boy)

Manager: Kevin Blackwell

Odds to win: 12-1

2007-2008:

Position: 9th W:17 D:15 L:14 F:56 A:51 Points: 66

Top Scorer: James Beattie (22)

FA Cup: Fifth Round

League Cup: Fourth Round

Yellows: 51 Reds: 4

Results against Reds:

15/12/07 Sheffield United 1-0 Barnsley. 22/3/08 Barnsley 0-1 Sheffield United.

2008-2009:

Name: Martin (a.k.a Martinho)

Club: Sheffield United

Level of Interest: Season ticket holder who goes to every away game

How has pre-season gone for you?

Good. Went on a three game tour of Europe and beat Ferencvaros 3-2, KVK Tienen 3-1 and Helmond Sport 4-1. Only complaint would be the defence, which does not include enough options.

Are you pleased with the signings your club has made?

Very pleased with Sun Jihai, although I'm not so happy about Halford. I will reserve judgement until he plays a few games.

What realistically are you aiming for this season?

Has to be top six.

Which player has past his sell by date?

Keith Gillespie

Have you got the right manager in charge?

Yes

What advice would you give him?

Sign a couple of defenders and a central midfielder

Who do you see as your key player?

Matt Kilgallon or James Beattie

Who would you most like to beat this season?

Sheffield Wednesday

Where will you finish?

5th

How do you rate Barnsley's chances next season and where do you think they will finish?

Will do better than last season. Have made a couple of good signings and have a very adept manager. Would expect them to finish between 10th and 15th.