Last updated: 12:23, November 19, 2008
Barnsley news
Barnsley, also known as the Tykes, have spent more seasons in the second tier of English football than any other club, while they last tasted top-flight action in 1997-98.
They struggled on a return to the Championship in 2006/07 (after promotion from League One) but the appointment of manager Simon Davey has seen an upturn in fortunes.
This culminated with a fantastic FA Cup run last year, which saw them beat both Liverpool and Chelsea en route to the semi-finals, before they were beaten by Cardiff at Wembley.
Key players to watch out for at Oakwell this season are skipper Brian Howard, Jamal Campbell-Ryce and Jon Macken, while Tommy Taylor, who scored 16 goals in 19 England internationals before losing his life in the Munich air disaster, is their biggest hero from the past.
Barnsley striker Michael Coulson is set for a return to the side to face Preston on Saturday and Burnley on Monday.
Barnsley have announced that Iain Hume has been released from hospital and will continue his recovery from a fractured skull at home.
Barnsley could be without experienced defender Darren Moore through injury for this weekend's clash at Preston.
Barnsley boss Simon Davey has selection problems for the game against Watford with Iain Hume, John Macken and Martin Devaney all out.
The Football Association have confirmed they may still take action against Sheffield United's Chris Morgan.
Barnsley are to wait until they have spoken to Iain Hume before deciding on whether to take any legal action against Chris Morgan.
Barnsley are considering legal action following the injury to Iain Hume, which has left him with a fractured skull.
Barnsley striker Iain Hume has been moved to a high dependency unit in hospital after suffering a fractured skull.
Preston's Simon Whaley has joined Barnsley on a month-long loan and is in line for a debut against Sheffield United.
Barnsley boss Simon Davey is looking ahead to his 100th game in charge of the club in the derby with Sheffield United.
Barnsley striker Jon Macken has vowed to make up for lost time after finally finding his form for the side.
Bobby Hassell and Marciano van Homoet are both vying to take suspended Stephen Foster's place in the side to face Sheffield United.
Simon Davey had special praise for Jon Macken after watching Barnsley overcome Charlton comfortably at the Valley.
Simon Davey is set to name an unchanged Barnsley side for the fourth successive match at Charlton as Martin Devaney is fit to play.
Simon Davey has backed his opposite number at Doncaster Sean O'Driscoll to turn things around at the Keepmoat Stadium.
