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Bradford vs Oldham

The Utilita Energy Stadium, Bradford, West Yorkshire14 August 2021 at 15:00
21
Away

Oldham

Referee: S. Martin

Match Events

Bradford
Oldham
Kick Off
L. Angol

assist: A. Cook

32′
35′Carl Piergianni
Half Time
G. EvansC. Vernam
51′
54′
J. HopcuttH. Hope
Elliot Watt64′
Callum Cooke65′
66′Sam Hart
76′
N. AdamsZ. Dearnley
Lee Angol88′
89′
J. ClarkeJ. Blyth
90+3′Dylan Bahamboula
90+2′
D. Bahamboula

assist: H. Hope

L. Angol

Penalty

90+8′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
9Shots off Goal4
19Total Shots12
6Blocked Shots6
9Shots insidebox6
10Shots outsidebox6
16Fouls9
6Corner Kicks7
1Offsides4
35%Ball Possession65%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
246Total passes461
167Passes accurate373
68%Passes %81%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bradford is 6.70, compared to — for Oldham. 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 Oldham's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Bradford deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Oldham's 3-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 Oldham's 4 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 3 for Oldham 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 Oldham. 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 Oldham 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 Oldham. 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.

Bradford4-2-3-13-4-3Oldham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1O'Donne.3Ridehal.5Canavan4O'Connor24Cousin-.17Evans11Gilliead8Cooke18Watt9Cook19Angol23Rogers2Clarke6Piergia.3Hart7Adams4Cissé27Hopcutt24Bahambo.8Whelan10Keillor.17Stobbs

Substitutes

Coach: D. Adams

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

BradfordPosition StrengthOldham
6.70
Avg Rating
6.70Forward (1 v 3)
0G 1A0G 0A
Bradford4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperR. O'Donnell
3DefenderL. Ridehalgh
5DefenderN. Canavan
4DefenderP. O'Connor
24DefenderF. Cousin-Dawson
17MidfielderG. Evans
11MidfielderA. Gilliead
8MidfielderC. Cooke
18MidfielderE. Watt
19MidfielderL. Angol
9ForwardA. Cook6.71A
Oldham3-4-3
23GoalkeeperD. Rogers
2DefenderJ. Clarke
6DefenderC. Piergianni
3DefenderS. Hart
7MidfielderN. Adams
4MidfielderO. Cissé
8MidfielderC. Whelan
17MidfielderJ. Stobbs
27ForwardJ. Hopcutt
24ForwardD. Bahamboula
10ForwardD. Keillor-Dunn

Match Summary

Bradford defeated Oldham 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by L. Angol 32′, D. Bahamboula 90′, L. Angol 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Bradford had 35% possession while Oldham held 65%. Bradford had 19 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (2 on target) for Oldham. Bradford made 1 substitutions, Oldham made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Bradford vs Oldham Head to Head Results

22 stretnutí
Bradford
6
wins
Drawn
4
Oldham
12
wins
Total goals
55 · 2.5/match
Both scored
12/22 · 55%
Over 2.5
11/22 · 50%

Recent Form

Bradford

WDDDLW

Oldham

WLLLLD

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

Even record

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

Bradford2wins
1draws6 meetings
Oldham3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.5

Average goals per game

67%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (54%) — the odds may underestimate Bradford.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.1%

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 56.2%Draw 29.3%Away 20.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.753.254.75
Max1.803.505.10
Over 2.5: 52.6%Under 2.5: 49.3%
Market favourite:Bradford · Moderate 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 market53.6%27.6%18.8%
Public market52.8%27.2%20.0%
Δ0.8%0.4%1.2%

Bradford vs Oldham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Bradford
Result vs. Market: Bradford (56%)

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.

BradfordHalf-time:10Oldham
19Shots12
4Shots on target2

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
19/02/22Oldham2–0Bradford3.18/3.24/2.31
14/08/21Bradford2–1Oldham1.78/3.41/4.87
20/03/21Bradford0–0Oldham2.02/3.33/3.82
12/12/20Oldham3–1Bradford2.30/3.29/3.15
01/02/20Oldham3–0Bradford2.56/3.35/2.84
17/08/19Bradford3–0Oldham1.80/3.64/4.68

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: Oldham

W 67D 62L 92
Over 2.554
Goals scored289

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026