The report says Lakin struck twice after the break, and that detail matters. In close games, the player who changes the tempo after half-time often changes the result.
For a side looking to steady itself, having one player seize the key moments is often the difference between frustration and momentum.
The update describes it as getting Barnet back to winning ways, which makes the outcome feel bigger than a routine home success. A 2-1 scoreline usually points to a contest that stayed alive deep into the game, so seeing it through is part of the story as well.
Against a stubborn Accrington Stanley side, that kind of result can matter because it shows a team finding a response rather than letting a difficult spell linger.
The immediate challenge for Barnet is turning one encouraging afternoon into a run. If Lakin can carry this influence into the next fixture, the conversation quickly shifts from recovery to momentum. Accrington Stanley, meanwhile, will look to make sure a close defeat on the road does not become the start of a slide. The next round now feels important for both clubs.