Swansea City vs Barnsley preview: How to watch, kick-off time, team news, predicted lineups and ones to watch

Swansea are looking to get to the play-off final after defeat in the semis last year.

Swansea City vs Barnsley preview: How to watch, kick-off time, team news, predicted lineups and ones to watch
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By Lewis Radbourne

Swansea City will be looking to consolidate their place in the Championship play-off final on Saturday evening as they play their second-leg against Barnsley, with fans in attendance at the Liberty Stadium.

The Swans already have a 1-0 lead after Andre Ayew scored the winning goal at Oakwell on Monday evening. Fans will also be in attendance, with 3,000 supporting their team.

Team news

Swansea do not have any fresh injury concerns, so should have a full squad to play with.

Barnsley on the other hand only have Ben Williams out injured, with an ACL injury.

Predicted lineups

Swansea City:

Woodman; Naughton, Cabango, Guehi, Bidwell, Fulton, Grimes, Hourihane, Ayew, Cullen, Lowe.

Barnsley:

Collins; Sibbick, Helik, Andersen, Brittain, Palmer, Mowatt, Styles, Morris, Dike, Woodrow.

Ones to watch

Michal Helik

The centre-back has been sensational this season, scoring five goals from defence. He has been dominant in the air, and also has the most tackles, interceptions and clearances per game out of any Barnsley player.

Andre Ayew

The Ghanaian forward has taken up the role of Swansea's striker superbly, scoring 17 goals so far this season ,whilst also providing four assists. His technique is up their with one of the best in the division.

Previous meetings

The last time these two sides met was in the first leg on Monday evening, when Andre Ayew scored to give the Swans the lead in the tie.

How to watch

This match will kick-off at 18:30 BST on Saturday, May 22, and is available to watch on Sky Sports Football.