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Harrogate Town vs Bradford

CNG Stadium, Harrogate, North Yorkshire17 April 2021 at 12:30
Referee: J. Adcock

Match Events

Harrogate Town
Bradford
Kick Off
14′Finn Cousin-Dawson
J. Muldoon

assist: G. Thomson

22′
Half Time
48′Anthony O'Connor
D. JonesR. Fallowfield
56′
70′
E. WattG. Evans
70′
C. VernamO. Crankshaw
72′
A. Cook

assist: O. Crankshaw

J. SteadM. Beck
74′
J. McPake

assist: J. Muldoon

89′
M. BeckJ. Williams
90+8′
90′
B. ClarkeK. Scales
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal8
3Shots off Goal5
11Total Shots15
4Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox8
5Shots outsidebox7
18Fouls15
1Corner Kicks5
2Offsides0
50%Ball Possession50%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves2
343Total passes321
197Passes accurate173
57%Passes %54%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Harrogate Town is 6.58, compared to 6.70 for Bradford. 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. Harrogate Town's highest-rated starter is W. Burrell (6.73), while Bradford's best-rated player is A. Cook (6.70).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Harrogate Town have contributed 6 goals and 2 assists this season, led by J. Muldoon (5G). Bradford's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Harrogate Town deploy 4 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Bradford'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

Harrogate Town field 4 midfielders averaging 6.52, versus Bradford'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

Harrogate Town start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.55, compared to 1 for Bradford averaging 6.70. 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 67% for Harrogate Town and 52% for Bradford. 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

Harrogate Town's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Bradford. 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 Harrogate Town's starting XI is 34.8 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)), while Bradford average 35.0 (youngest: A. Cook (35), oldest: A. Cook (35)). 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

Harrogate Town's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 8 for Bradford. 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.

Harrogate Town4-4-24-2-3-1Bradford
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Crackne.20Hall3Jones5Smith6Burrell17Kerry4Falking.7Thomson16Stead18Muldoon28McPake1O'Donne.6O'Connor4O'Connor23Wood24Cousin-.22Sutton15Vernam18Watt10Donalds.16Clarke29Cook

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

Substitutes

Coach: M. Trueman

Harrogate TownPosition StrengthBradford
6.58
Avg Rating
6.70
6.73Defender (4 v 4)
1G 1A0G 0A
6.52Midfielder (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.55Forward (2 v 1)6.70
5G 1A0G 1A
Harrogate Town4-4-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Cracknell
20DefenderC. Hall
3DefenderD. Jones
5DefenderW. Smith
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
17MidfielderL. Kerry
4MidfielderJ. Falkingham6.5
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
28MidfielderJ. McPake
16ForwardJ. Stead
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
Bradford4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperR. O'Donnell
6DefenderA. O'Connor
4DefenderP. O'Connor
23DefenderC. Wood
24DefenderF. Cousin-Dawson
22MidfielderL. Sutton
15MidfielderC. Vernam
18MidfielderE. Watt
10MidfielderC. Donaldson
16MidfielderB. Clarke
29ForwardA. Cook6.71A

Match Summary

Harrogate Town defeated Bradford 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by J. Muldoon 22′, A. Cook 72′, J. McPake 89′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Harrogate Town had 50% possession while Bradford held 50%. Harrogate Town had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 15 (8 on target) for Bradford. Harrogate Town made 3 substitutions, Bradford made 3.

Rivalry since 2020

Harrogate Town vs Bradford Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Harrogate Town
6
wins
Drawn
1
Bradford
3
wins
Total goals
21 · 2.1/match
Both scored
4/10 · 40%
Over 2.5
4/10 · 40%

Recent Form

Harrogate Town

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Bradford

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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

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Harrogate Town dominates

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

Harrogate Town6wins
1draws10 meetings
Bradford3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (80%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (41%) — the odds may underestimate Harrogate Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.6%

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 43.2%Draw 30.8%Away 31.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.303.103.10
Max2.343.383.25
Over 2.5: 41.7%Under 2.5: 65.4%
Market favourite:Harrogate Town · Slight favourite

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 market41.1%28.5%30.4%
Public market41.4%29.3%29.3%
Δ0.3%0.8%1.1%

Harrogate Town vs Bradford — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Harrogate Town
Result vs. Market: Harrogate Town (43%)

Result matched 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.

Harrogate TownHalf-time:10Bradford
11Shots15
4Shots on target8

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
08/02/25Bradford1–0Harrogate Town1.62/3.82/5.35
28/09/24Harrogate Town2–1Bradford3.89/3.57/1.91
23/03/24Harrogate Town3–0Bradford3.85/3.53/1.97
16/09/23Bradford1–1Harrogate Town1.72/3.63/4.63
29/12/22Bradford1–0Harrogate Town1.78/3.69/4.52
01/10/22Harrogate Town1–2Bradford3.39/3.38/2.17
22/02/22Bradford1–3Harrogate Town2.24/3.24/3.38
05/02/22Harrogate Town2–0Bradford2.42/3.23/2.99
17/04/21Harrogate Town2–1Bradford2.31/3.24/3.17
12/10/20Bradford0–1Harrogate Town2.39/3.35/2.97

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: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Away Record: Bradford

W 201D 153L 189
Over 2.547
Goals scored679

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026