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As Barnsley FC prepares to host Bradford City in an intriguing League One clash on April 18, 2026, both teams enter the match with varying recent performances. Barnsley has struggled to find consistency, recording just one victory in their last five outings, which raises concerns about their current form and overall morale. They will need to leverage their home advantage to turn the tide, potentially focusing on solidifying their defense and maximizing counter-attacking opportunities.
In contrast, Bradford City has shown a more promising trajectory, securing two wins in their last five matches. Their ability to transition quickly from defense to attack could be pivotal, especially if Barnsley’s backline falters. The away side is considered slightly favored by bookmakers, reflecting a healthier assessment of their recent performances.
Betting odds set Barnsley at 2.7 for a home win, while Bradford City is priced at 2.32 for an away victory, indicating a closely contested match. According to predictive models, there’s a 34.5% chance of a home win, a 27.7% chance of a draw, and a 38.3% probability of an away victory. As both teams aim for crucial points, fans can expect a contest filled with tactical battles and potential breakthroughs.
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| Barnsley 33.7% |
Draw 27.1% |
Bradford 39.2% |
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2.7 | 3.35 | 2.32 | Watch and Bet |
Latest Results
| 11.04.26 Rotherham United – Barnsley FC – 1:3 06.04.26 Barnsley FC – Plymouth Argyle – 0:3 03.04.26 Burton Albion – Barnsley FC – 1:1 21.03.26 Barnsley FC – Doncaster Rovers – 0:1 17.03.26 Barnsley FC – Wigan Athletic – 1:1 |
11.04.26 Bradford City – Stevenage Borough – 0:1 06.04.26 Wycombe Wanderers – Bradford City – 1:2 03.04.26 Bradford City – Northampton Town – 1:0 21.03.26 Burton Albion – Bradford City – 2:1 17.03.26 Bradford City – Mansfield Town – 1:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.10.25 Bradford City – Barnsley FC – 2:2 21.11.23 Bradford City – Barnsley FC – 5:1 12.01.19 Barnsley FC – Bradford City – 3:0 13.11.18 Barnsley FC – Bradford City – 2:1 11.08.18 Bradford City – Barnsley FC – 0:2 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Lincoln ✔ | 42 | 28 | 9 | 5 | 79:36 | 43 | 93 |
| 2 | Cardiff | 41 | 24 | 9 | 8 | 76:42 | 34 | 81 |
| 3 | Bradford City | 42 | 21 | 8 | 13 | 52:46 | 6 | 71 |
| 4 | Bolton | 42 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 59:44 | 15 | 70 |
| 5 | Stockport County | 40 | 19 | 10 | 11 | 59:50 | 9 | 67 |
| 6 | Stevenage | 41 | 19 | 10 | 12 | 43:38 | 5 | 67 |
| 7 | Plymouth | 42 | 19 | 6 | 17 | 66:58 | 8 | 63 |
| 8 | Huddersfield | 42 | 17 | 11 | 14 | 65:56 | 9 | 62 |
| 9 | Reading | 43 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 62:55 | 7 | 62 |
| 10 | Luton | 41 | 17 | 10 | 14 | 57:50 | 7 | 61 |
| 11 | Wycombe | 43 | 16 | 12 | 15 | 63:51 | 12 | 60 |
| 12 | Barnsley | 40 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 63:65 | -2 | 54 |
| 13 | Mansfield | 40 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 50:43 | 7 | 53 |
| 14 | Doncaster | 42 | 15 | 8 | 19 | 43:64 | -21 | 53 |
| 15 | Wigan | 42 | 13 | 13 | 16 | 46:56 | -10 | 52 |
| 16 | Peterborough | 41 | 15 | 6 | 20 | 60:58 | 2 | 51 |
| 17 | Burton | 43 | 13 | 12 | 18 | 46:56 | -10 | 51 |
| 18 | Blackpool | 43 | 14 | 9 | 20 | 51:65 | -14 | 51 |
| 19 | Leyton Orient | 42 | 14 | 8 | 20 | 57:66 | -9 | 50 |
| 20 | AFC Wimbledon | 42 | 14 | 8 | 20 | 49:63 | -14 | 50 |
| 21 | Exeter | 43 | 12 | 11 | 20 | 47:55 | -8 | 47 |
| 22 | Rotherham | 41 | 9 | 10 | 22 | 36:62 | -26 | 37 |
| 23 | Northampton | 41 | 9 | 8 | 24 | 34:60 | -26 | 35 |
| 24 | Port Vale | 39 | 8 | 10 | 21 | 30:54 | -24 | 34 |
English League One Outrights
1. Lincoln City: 1 (98.48%)
2. Cardiff: 65 (1.52%)
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