Stoke City vs Bradford City - Carabao Cup
Fixture Preview - 26 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Stoke City hosts Bradford City in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday 26 August at the Bet365 Stadium, with both teams looking to advance in the competition. Stoke's recent form has been mixed, with two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five matches, while Bradford has been in fine form, winning four of their last five encounters. This contrast in momentum could play a crucial role in the outcome of the match. Historically, the two sides have not produced many high-scoring games, with their last ten meetings yielding no wins for either side and no matches seeing over 2.5 goals or both teams scoring. Given Bradford's strong recent performances, they will likely aim to exploit any defensive frailties in Stoke's setup. Conversely, Stoke will need to assert themselves early to avoid being overwhelmed. The match promises to be a tactical battle, and the team that can adapt best to the pressure will likely come out on top.