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17 March 2026 at 19:45

League One · Season 2025

Match Summary

Bradford and Mansfield Town drew 1:1. The match was played in League One 2025. Goals were scored by V. Adeboyejo 20′, T. Wright 72′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Bradford had 65% possession while Mansfield Town held 35%. Bradford had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (1 on target) for Mansfield Town. Bradford made 2 substitutions, Mansfield Town made 6.

Match Events

Key match events between Bradford and Mansfield Town — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Bradford
Mansfield Town
Kick Off
20′
V. Adeboyejo

assist: R. Sweeney

31′Kyle Knoyle
Half Time
E. WheatleyW. Swan
46′
58′
R. HendryL. Akins
58′
K. KnoyleE. Hewitt
58′
J. GardnerW. Evans
59′
R. SweeneyS. McLaughlin
J. MetcalfeS. Humphrys
65′
T. Wright

assist: J. Neufville

72′
78′
J. BoweryR. Oates
81′
J. RussellG. Abbott
Full Time

Match Statistics

Bradford had 65% possession against Mansfield Town's 35%. Bradford registered 14 shots (3 on target) while Mansfield Town managed 9 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 11–5. Fouls committed: 10–12.

3Shots on Goal1
3Shots off Goal5
14Total Shots9
8Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox6
5Shots outsidebox3
10Fouls12
11Corner Kicks5
4Offsides1
65%Ball Possession35%
4Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves2
435Total passes250
292Passes accurate136
67%Passes %54%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Bradford lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Graham Alexander, while Mansfield Town deployed a 5-3-2 under Nigel Clough.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bradford is 6.93, compared to 6.76 for Mansfield Town. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Bradford's highest-rated starter is M. Power (7.14), while Mansfield Town's best-rated player is L. Roberts (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Bradford have contributed 16 goals and 18 assists this season, led by B. Pointon (9G). Mansfield Town's starters account for 5 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by N. Moriah-Welsh (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Bradford deploy 3 defenders rated 7.02 on average, against Mansfield Town's 5-man backline averaging 6.77. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Bradford field 4 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Mansfield Town's 3 rated 6.66. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Bradford start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, compared to 2 for Mansfield Town averaging 6.66. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 68% for Bradford and 74% for Mansfield Town. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Bradford's starters have collected 37 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Mansfield Town. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Bradford's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: B. Pointon (21), oldest: S. Walker (34)), while Mansfield Town average 27.2 (youngest: J. Gardner (20), oldest: J. Bowery (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Bradford's starters average 35 league appearances each, versus 25 for Mansfield Town. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

BradfordPosition StrengthMansfield Town
6.93
Avg Rating
6.76
6.73🧤 GK (1 v 1)6.93
0G 0A0G 1A
7.02🛡 DEF (3 v 5)6.77
0G 2A3G 4A
6.99 MID (4 v 3)6.66
7G 14A1G 2A
6.89 FWD (3 v 2)6.66
9G 2A1G 0A
Bradford3-4-2-1
1🧤GKS. Walker6.7
28🛡DEFM. Pennington
26🛡DEFC. Tilt
3🛡DEFI. Touray7.02A
7MIDJ. Neufville6.93G7A
6MIDM. Power7.14A
21MIDJ. Metcalfe
17MIDT. Wright6.94G3A
10FWDA. Sarcevic
23FWDB. Pointon6.99G2A
27FWDE. Wheatley
Mansfield Town5-3-2
1🧤GKL. Roberts6.91A
22🛡DEFN. Moriah-Welsh6.71G3A
2🛡DEFK. Knoyle
23🛡DEFA. Oshilaja
5🛡DEFR. Sweeney6.71G1A
9🛡DEFJ. Bowery6.91G
8MIDA. Lewis6.71G2A
13MIDJ. Russell
24MIDR. Hendry
28FWDJ. Gardner6.71G
19FWDV. Adeboyejo

Substitutes

24(F)W. Swan
33(D)H. Ashby

Substitutes

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Bradford have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Mansfield Town show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Bradford

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Mansfield Town

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Head to Head

Bradford and Mansfield Town have met 1 times — Bradford won 0, Mansfield Town won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Mansfield Town leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (0 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2026.

0

Bradford

0

Drawn

1

Mansfield Town

Goals: 0Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (1)

1 Jan 2026Mansfield Town3 – 0Bradford

API data: 22 Mar 2026

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