Conor Hourihane admits fan protest affected Barnsley despite win against Exeter

Barnsley supporters threw tennis balls on to the pitch during the first half

Conor Hourihane's Barnsley beat Exeter 2-1, moving up to 12th in League One. Pic: Peter Byrne/PA Wire.

Barnsley head coach Conor Hourihane admitted the fan protest against the club’s ownership “didn’t help” his side during their 2-1 win against Exeter.

David McGoldrick and Vimal Yoganathan put the hosts 2-0 up before the game was stopped after home fans threw tennis balls on to the pitch midway through the first half.