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Carlisle vs Bradford

Brunton Park, Carlisle, Cumbria8 January 2022 at 15:00
20
Referee: A. Haines

Match Events

Carlisle
Bradford
Kick Off
29′
A. CookC. Vernam
J. Gibson

assist: J. Armer

45′
Half Time
60′
O. ThrelkeldM. Foulds
64′Yann Songo'o
T. OmotoyeO. Patrick
75′
77′
C. CookeT. Robinson
O. Patrick

assist: J. Armer

87′
90+4′Elliot Watt
90+1′Lee Angol
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal0
4Shots off Goal4
8Total Shots9
1Blocked Shots5
5Shots insidebox3
3Shots outsidebox6
5Fouls18
6Corner Kicks7
4Offsides1
54%Ball Possession46%
0Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves1
441Total passes364
326Passes accurate241
74%Passes %66%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Carlisle is —, 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. Carlisle's highest-rated starter is —, while Bradford's best-rated player is A. Cook (6.70).

Defensive Solidity

Carlisle deploy 4 defenders rated — 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

Carlisle field 4 midfielders averaging —, 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

Carlisle start 2 forward(s) averaging —, 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 —% for Carlisle 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Carlisle's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), 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

Carlisle's starters average 0 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.

Carlisle4-4-24-2-3-1Bradford
GKDEFMIDFWD
33Howard5McDonald17Whelan16Feeney3Armer2Mellor11Dickens.8Guy27Gibson12Mellish29Omotoye13Hornby3Ridehal.16Kelleher2Threlke.4O'Connor6Songo'o11Gilliead8Cooke18Watt9Cook19Angol

Substitutes

Coach: K. Millen

Substitutes

Coach: D. Adams

CarlislePosition StrengthBradford
Avg Rating
6.70
Forward (2 v 1)6.70
0G 0A0G 1A
Carlisle4-4-2
33GoalkeeperM. Howard
5DefenderR. McDonald
16DefenderM. Feeney
3DefenderJ. Armer
2DefenderK. Mellor
17MidfielderC. Whelan
11MidfielderB. Dickenson
8MidfielderC. Guy
27MidfielderJ. Gibson
12ForwardJ. Mellish
29ForwardT. Omotoye
Bradford4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperS. Hornby
3DefenderL. Ridehalgh
16DefenderF. Kelleher
2DefenderO. Threlkeld
4DefenderP. O'Connor
6MidfielderY. Songo'o
11MidfielderA. Gilliead
8MidfielderC. Cooke
18MidfielderE. Watt
19MidfielderL. Angol
9ForwardA. Cook6.71A

Match Summary

Carlisle defeated Bradford 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by J. Gibson 45′, O. Patrick 87′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Carlisle had 54% possession while Bradford held 46%. Carlisle had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (0 on target) for Bradford. Carlisle made 1 substitutions, Bradford made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Carlisle vs Bradford Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Carlisle
4
wins
Drawn
2
Bradford
6
wins
Total goals
22 · 1.8/match
Both scored
3/12 · 25%
Over 2.5
4/12 · 33%

Recent Form

Carlisle

LWWWDD

Bradford

WDDDLW

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.

Carlisle4wins
2draws10 meetings
Bradford4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.8

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

30%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Carlisle.

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 38.7%Draw 30.9%Away 35.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.503.202.68
Max2.753.262.87
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
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 market34.8%29.4%35.8%
Public market37.9%29.1%33.0%
Δ3.0%0.3%2.8%

Carlisle vs Bradford — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Carlisle
Result vs. Market: Carlisle (39%)

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.

CarlisleHalf-time:10Bradford
9Shots9
3Shots on target0

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
18/01/25Carlisle0–1Bradford3.27/3.29/2.21
07/09/24Bradford2–1Carlisle1.73/3.74/4.51
21/03/23Bradford0–0Carlisle2.38/3.12/3.21
26/12/22Carlisle1–0Bradford2.44/3.21/2.98
07/05/22Bradford2–0Carlisle1.93/3.65/3.80
08/01/22Carlisle2–0Bradford2.58/3.24/2.78
13/03/21Carlisle3–1Bradford2.43/3.12/3.08
05/12/20Bradford0–1Carlisle3.06/3.29/2.37
26/12/19Carlisle0–0Bradford3.13/3.43/2.25
21/09/19Bradford3–1Carlisle1.81/3.68/4.55

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: Carlisle

W 183D 139L 175
Over 2.549
Goals scored653

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