Blackpool vs Bradford City - League One Match
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Match Preview
Blackpool vs Bradford City Preview: League One Clash
Blackpool will host Bradford City at Bloomfield Road on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 18:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting League One encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Blackpool head into this game in strong form, collecting 3 wins from their last 5 outings.
Bradford City head into this game in strong form, collecting 3 wins from their last 5 outings.
Head-to-Head Record
History favors Blackpool in this fixture. In their last 11 meetings, the hosts have claimed 6 victories, with Bradford City winning 5 and 0 ending in draws. This slight edge in the record could give them the psychological advantage heading into this clash.
Expected Tactics & Formations
Blackpool are expected to line up in a 3-1-4-2 formation, while Bradford City will likely deploy a 3-4-2-1 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.
Match Officials
S. Mather will be the referee for this fixture.
Match Prediction & Analysis
This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Sunday, January 4, 2026, 18:00 UTC
- Venue: Bloomfield Road
- Competition: League One
- Blackpool Position: 18th (29 pts)
- Bradford City Position: 3rd (46 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 11): Blackpool 6W - 0D - 5W Bradford City
- Referee: S. Mather
