6 March 2021 at 15:00

11
Full Time
Referee: L. Doughty

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Bradford0wins
1draws2 meetings
Bolton1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

1.5

Average goals per game

0%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (36%) — the odds may underestimate Bolton.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 38.2%Draw 33.3%Away 34.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.552.902.88
Max2.713.102.95
Over 2.5: 45.5%Under 2.5: 60.6%
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market35.5%31.9%32.6%
Public market36.6%30.7%32.8%
Δ1.0%1.2%0.2%

Bradford vs Bolton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Bradford (38%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

BradfordHalf-time:00Bolton
9Shots15
2Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
06/03/21Bradford1–1Bolton2.62/3.01/2.91
27/10/20Bolton1–0Bradford2.85/3.43/2.44

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Bradford

W 201D 153L 189
Over 2.547
Goals scored679

Away Record: Bolton

W 23D 10L 13
Over 2.539
Goals scored59

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Bradford and Bolton drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by N. Delfouneso 83′, D. Rowe 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Bradford had 41% possession while Bolton held 59%. Bradford had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 15 (3 on target) for Bolton. Bradford made 4 substitutions, Bolton made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Bradford and Bolton — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Bradford
Bolton
Kick Off
Half Time
C. VernamB. Clarke
71′
C. CookeD. Rowe
71′
78′
A. SarcevicN. Delfouneso
O. CrankshawJ. Stevens
82′
A. CookC. Donaldson
82′
83′
N. Delfouneso
87′
E. DoyleS. Miller
87′
L. IsgroveA. Gnahoua
D. Rowe

assist: A. O'Connor

90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Bradford had 41% possession against Bolton's 59%. Bradford registered 9 shots (2 on target) while Bolton managed 15 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 14–13.

2Shots on Goal3
4Shots off Goal5
9Total Shots15
3Blocked Shots7
7Shots insidebox7
2Shots outsidebox8
14Fouls13
4Corner Kicks5
1Offsides4
41%Ball Possession59%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
322Total passes433
199Passes accurate305
62%Passes %70%

Lineups

Bradford lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Trueman, while Bolton deployed a 4-2-3-1 under I. Evatt.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bradford is 6.70, compared to — for Bolton. 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 A. Cook (6.70), while Bolton's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Bradford deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Bolton's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Bolton's 5 rated —. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.70, compared to 1 for Bolton averaging —. 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 52% for Bradford and —% for Bolton. 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Bradford's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: A. Cook (35), oldest: A. Cook (35)), while Bolton average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 0 for Bolton. 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.

Bradford4-2-3-14-2-3-1Bolton
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Hornby5Canavan6O'Connor4O'Connor23Wood8Cooke22Sutton15Vernam18Watt31Cranksh.29Cook13Gilks27Baptiste28John4Williams5Ricardo29Lee10Sarcevic2Jones23Isgrove9Doyle30Afolayan

Substitutes

Coach: M. Trueman

Substitutes

Coach: I. Evatt

BradfordPosition StrengthBolton
6.70
Avg Rating
6.70Forward (1 v 1)
0G 1A0G 0A
Bradford4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperS. Hornby
5DefenderN. Canavan
6DefenderA. O'Connor
4DefenderP. O'Connor
23DefenderC. Wood
8MidfielderC. Cooke
22MidfielderL. Sutton
15MidfielderC. Vernam
18MidfielderE. Watt
31MidfielderO. Crankshaw
29ForwardA. Cook6.71A
Bolton4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperM. Gilks
27DefenderA. Baptiste
28DefenderD. John
5DefenderRicardo
2DefenderG. Jones
4MidfielderM. Williams
29MidfielderK. Lee
10MidfielderA. Sarcevic
23MidfielderL. Isgrove
30MidfielderO. Afolayan
9ForwardE. Doyle

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Bradford have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Bolton show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Bradford

DDLWWL

Bolton

DWLDWL

Bradford vs Bolton Head to Head Results

Bradford and Bolton have met 2 times — Bradford won 0, Bolton won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Bolton leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 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 (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.

0

Bradford

1

Drawn

1

Bolton

Goals: 0Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (2)

2 Dec 2025Bolton3 – 0Bradford
22 Nov 2025Bolton0 – 0Bradford
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026