Bradford – Mansfield Town

Bradford secured a narrow 1‑0 victory at home, extending their early‑season surge to four wins from six matches and keeping them firmly in third place with 12 points, a slim +2 goal difference on the back of six scored and four conceded. The win also widened the gap to Mansfield Town, who remain stuck in 17th with just seven points after two wins, one draw and three losses, their tally slipping to a -3 goal difference after conceding eleven. The result reinforces Bradford’s dominance in the head‑to‑head this season, as they have now won the only league encounter between the sides. Meanwhile Mansfield’s struggle continues, leaving them well clear of any immediate promotion hopes.