It was 55 years ago today

[talkSAFT]

That's the first time I recall us playing Barnsley. From 1955 to 1986 we only spent 3 seasons outside the top flight. Barnsley weren't second tier during those seasons.

I've watched us up at Oakwell 4 times, drinking in the BFC Social Club behind Main Stand. We were given the Open End (late 80s and late 90s), then one night match we had part of the Main Stand (Sneekes scored).
Nice enough Ground and friendly Natives

[Acido]

That's the first time I recall us playing Barnsley. From 1955 to 1986 we only spent 3 seasons outside the top flight. Barnsley weren't second tier during those seasons.

Ive no idea about the 50s & 60s Chris, so Im going to play the age card again there.
But to be honest this is one of our best home fixtures actually, as West Brom havent won at ours in goodness knows how long!.
And one claim to fame we do have is we've played more seasons and games at this 'second tier' level than anybody else.

[ststephenbaggie]

Actually, Chris, I think it was from 1949 to 1986. Not being pedantic, honestly. I always wondered where the 9 goals 2 hat tricks 3 pens came from. I love it.