Bradford City vs Barnsley - League One
Fixture Preview - 18 October 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Bradford City hosts Barnsley in what promises to be an intriguing League One clash at the University of Bradford Stadium on Saturday. Both teams arrive with solid form; Bradford is unbeaten in their last five matches, recording three wins and two draws, while Barnsley has also been consistent, with three wins and two draws in their recent outings. This match could hinge on Bradford's home advantage, where they have historically performed well against Barnsley, evidenced by their 3-3-4 record in the last ten encounters. A key angle to consider is Bradford's defensive resilience, having conceded only a handful of goals in their recent fixtures. This could challenge Barnsley’s attacking momentum, especially as they seek to maintain their unbeaten streak. Given the historical trend of both teams scoring in their meetings, a bet on both teams to score may be worth exploring. Overall, the match is set to be tightly contested, with both sides eager to secure crucial points in the league.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Stevenage | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2 |  Cardiff City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 3 |  Barnsley | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 4 |  Bradford City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 5 |  Huddersfield Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 6 |  Luton Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 7 |  Lincoln City | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 12, 2019 | Barnsley | 3–0 | Bradford City | League One |
| August 11, 2018 | Bradford City | 0–2 | Barnsley | League One |
| January 26, 2016 | Bradford City | 0–1 | Barnsley | League One |
| August 22, 2015 | Barnsley | 0–0 | Bradford City | League One |
| April 25, 2015 | Bradford City | 1–0 | Barnsley | League One |
| October 12, 2014 | Barnsley | 3–1 | Bradford City | League One |
| April 28, 2006 | Barnsley | 0–0 | Bradford City | League One |
| December 12, 2005 | Bradford City | 3–5 | Barnsley | FA Cup |
| December 2, 2005 | Barnsley | 1–1 | Bradford City | FA Cup |
| November 11, 2005 | Bradford City | 0–0 | Barnsley | League One |