[3] Barnsley played a simple game based on long, low passes into space combined with dribbling individual runs which Newcastle found difficult to counter.
It appeared Barnsley had missed their chance, but Tufnell, the left inside forward, managed to get a toe to the ball and put it in the net.
[3] After half time Barnsley sat back and defended but it was not until the final 15 minutes that Newcastle were able to mount an effective attack.
The Times correspondent was very disappointed with the game and felt the one all score line fair.
Jack Carr replaced an injured Tony Whiston in the Newcastle defence.
Lawrence in goal was troubled only once, when caught off his line he was forced to make a diving save when Bartrop broke through.
[5] Barnsley played their hard, rough game but they were defeated by a rejuvenated Newcastle team who despite the heavy, wet ground played a mixed game blending long passes with dribbling and runs forward.
The Cup was presented by Lord Derby and medals by the Lady Mayoress of Liverpool.