Mansfield Town vs Bradford City - League One Match
Match Details
Match Preview
Mansfield Town vs Bradford City Preview: League One Clash
Mansfield Town will host Bradford City at One Call Stadium on Thursday, January 1, 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
Mansfield Town 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
The head-to-head record is evenly balanced between these two sides, with Mansfield Town winning 5, Bradford City winning 5, and 3 matches ending in draws from their last 13 encounters.
Expected Tactics & Formations
Mansfield Town are expected to line up in a 3-4-3 formation, while Bradford City will likely deploy a 3-4-3 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.
Match Officials
R. Joyce 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: Thursday, January 1, 2026, 18:00 UTC
- Venue: One Call Stadium
- Competition: League One
- Mansfield Town Position: 11th (32 pts)
- Bradford City Position: 3rd (46 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 13): Mansfield Town 5W - 3D - 5W Bradford City
- Referee: R. Joyce
