club went down 2-0 to lowly Barnsley.

Lightbourne showed some nice touches in the first half but rarely threatened the Barnsley goal before being substituted mid-way through the second half.

Ashley Ward gave Barnsley an 11th minute lead and Neil Redfearn converted a penalty in the 66th minute to complete the victory.

Barnsley, who had lost six straight games in the league, now have nine points along with Sheffield Wednesday. Bolton have eight and Southampton are rooted to the bottom with seven.

Coventry, still to score a goal away from home in the league this season, remain in the relegation zone with 12 points.