So, the question is was the hoofing tactics effective against Barnsley? Sure, to some extent. Barnsley are the second-worst passing team in the Championship, so they are not very comfortable in possession. But they immediately hoof the ball back in hope to create chaos in our half. Which they did in both legs. In the first leg they created better chances, and a couple of Woodman's saves prevented them to score. In the second leg Bidwell's excellent last man block was the difference. They also had a couple of dangerous headers. Only in the dying minutes, when they threw the kichen sink, we were able to create a couple of good chances (Smith and Roberts).
Against Brentford this tactics won't be enough. Brentford are one of the best passers in the league, and they are much more clinical than Barnsley. They've scored most goals in the Championship this season. 80.