Barnet maintained their unbeaten start in League Two with a 2-2 draw against Cheltenham on Saturday 29 August 2026. The match at Oaklands Stadium saw Kabongo Tshimanga score a penalty for Barnet after Oisin Gallagher was fouled inside the box, while Matthew Cox saved Charlie Evans' effort for Barnet. skysports.com first reported the story.
How Cheltenham took the lead
Cheltenham took the lead when Charlie Lakin scored their first goal, followed by Ryan Broom's equaliser after two Barnet defenders went for the same ball. Charlie McCann combined with Jake Evans for Barnet's first chance before Matthew Cox saved Charlie Evans' effort for Barnet.
Key moments from the match
Ryan Broom scored Barnet's equaliser after two defenders went for the same ball, while Charlie Lakin scored Barnet's first goal. The match saw Jake Reeves' shot rattle the crossbar for Barnet. Cheltenham's Oisin Gallagher was fouled inside the box for a penalty that Kabongo Tshimanga converted.
Cheltenham's position in League Two
League standing: 6th in League Two, 7 pts, 2W-1D-1L from 4 games, recent form WDLW. Goals this season: 8 scored, 7 conceded (+1 goal difference). Title race: 2 points behind leaders Bristol Rovers.
What's next for both clubs
Barnet faces a run of games ahead, with their next fixture scheduled for 5 September 2026, while Cheltenham will travel to face Colchester United on 2 September 2026. The clubs are linked with fixtures and squad details.
Match statistics and league context
Barnet drew 2-2 with Cheltenham on Saturday 29 August 2026, maintaining their unbeaten start in League Two. The match statistics show 8 goals scored and 7 conceded this season, with Cheltenham holding 6th place in the league table with 7 points from 4 games.
Player performances and upcoming fixtures Kabongo Tshimanga scored a penalty for Barnet, while Charlie Lakin scored their first goal. Ryan Broom equalised for Barnet after two defenders went for the same ball. Cheltenham's next fixture is against Colchester United on 2 September 2026, as they sit 6th in League Two with 7 points from 4 games.
