Former Barnsley player who scored against Manchester United now has a job at a quarry.

Scott Jones, a former football player for Barnsley, had an incredible experience in February of 1998 when he scored two goals against Manchester United. It was a night that he will never forget, especially since he now works at a quarry in Buxton, a far cry from his days on the football field.

Now, 26 years later, Barnsley is hoping to replicate their previous success when they face Manchester United in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. Back in 1995, Barnsley shocked the football world by holding the Red Devils to a 1-1 draw in the FA Cup, thanks to a mistake by Peter Schmeichel that allowed John Hendrie to score. This earned them a replay at home, where they ultimately beat Manchester United 3-2 in a thrilling game.

The hero of that game was not a well-known player, but rather the versatile defender, Scott Jones. Jones, who was not a regular in the starting lineup, had spent the start of the season on loan at Mansfield Town. However, he rose to the occasion and scored the first two goals of his career, solidifying his place in the memories of Barnsley fans.

In an interview with the Barnsley Chronicle, Jones reflected on that unforgettable night, saying, "It is certainly my career highlight other than getting promoted." Even now, at 49 years old, Jones still gets asked about that game on a weekly basis and he never gets tired of talking about it. "Growing up, I never thought I would become a footballer, so to score twice in a game like that was a dream scenario," he added.

After retiring from football, Jones went on to have a very different career as a supervisor at a quarry in Buxton. However, he still enjoys playing sports and can often be found playing cricket for the Penistone 2nd XI. "You've got to do something," he said. "It gets me out of the house and gets the blood running." Although he has tried playing over-45 football, he found himself getting injured too often.

As Barnsley prepares to face Manchester United once again, Jones looks back on that game with fondness and pride. It was a night that he will never forget and one that will always hold a special place in his heart.

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