Bradford – Blackpool

Bradford host Blackpool in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower half of the table. The home side sit third with 12 points from six games, boasting four wins and a solid 6‑4 goal difference, while Blackpool linger in tenth place on eight points, having secured two victories and two draws but conceding nine goals. Bradford will be eager to extend their unbeaten run and solidify a top‑three position, whereas Blackpool will look to close the gap and climb out of the mid‑table mire. Both teams have identical numbers of defeats, yet Bradford’s superior scoring record gives them a clear statistical edge. The encounter could prove decisive for the promotion chase and the fight to avoid slipping further down the standings.