Barnet FC Draw 2-2 Against Luton Town
The Bees secured a pre-season draw against League One opposition at The Hive.
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From the archive. This story was written up on 29 July 2026 from reporting first published on 21 July 2026, which is the date shown above. We took up the back catalogue of the local titles we read when this site launched, so the events are older than the page.
Barnet FC concluded their pre-season preparations with a 2-2 draw against League One club Luton Town at The Hive on Saturday. The match saw Barnet take the lead twice but were pegged back by their visitors on both occasions. The draw continues Barnet's positive run of form ahead of the upcoming season, as reported by the Barnet Post.
Match Progression
The home side opened the scoring within six minutes. Nnamdi Ofoborh intercepted a misplaced pass and slotted the ball past the Luton goalkeeper. Barnet had opportunities to extend their lead, but Luton equalised shortly before half-time. Kasey Palmer provided an assist for Nakhi Wells, who finished past the Barnet keeper. In the second half, Luton took the lead for the first time when Jaden Luker headed home from a corner on 72 minutes. However, Barnet responded five minutes later, with Kabongo Tshimanga scoring from close range to level the match at 2-2.
Barnet held 1-1 by Oldham after stoppage‑time equaliser
Mike Fondop scored for Oldham in the final minutes as 2,632 fans watched at The Hive, leaving Barnet still second in the league
Upcoming Fixture
Following the draw, Barnet FC will host Oxford United next Saturday. This fixture has been designated as a community day. Prior to the main match, the London Bees ladies team will play Wycombe Ladies on the back pitch, with the women's game kicking off at 3pm.
Barnet FC hosts Oldham Athletic at The Hive on Saturday
The Bees aim to bounce back from a midweek defeat and maintain their second-place position in the Sky Bet League Two table.
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+Who scored for Barnet in the match against Luton Town?
Nnamdi Ofoborh opened the scoring for Barnet within six minutes, while Kabongo Tshimanga equalised late in the second half. Both goals kept the Bees competitive in the 2-2 draw at The Hive.
+What happens next for Barnet FC after the draw?
Barnet will host Oxford United next Saturday in a community day fixture. The London Bees ladies team will also play Wycombe Ladies on the back pitch beforehand at 3pm.
+How did Luton Town score their goals in the match?
Luton equalised before half-time when Nakhi Wells scored after an assist from Kasey Palmer. Then Jaden Luker headed home from a corner in the 72nd minute to put Luton ahead.
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