Bradford v Doncaster prediction
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TACTIX’s free model pick for Bradford v Doncaster, League One on Sat, 21 Nov 2026 15:00 GMT posts shortly before kick-off. Form, head-to-head and league standing for both sides are below.
The match
Bradford host Doncaster in League One on Saturday 21 November (kick-off 15:00 UK).
The key numbers
Bradford have conceded five goals, the fewest of the 24 clubs (2026/27 so far). Two of Bradford’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (13%).
Bradford are unbeaten in their last seven matches in all competitions.
Form and the table
Both teams scored in three of Bradford’s last 15 results in all competitions (20%). At home, Bradford have four wins, two draws and two defeats in their last 8 home matches in all competitions — 1.75 points per game, scoring 1.00 and conceding 0.38. Bradford have scored 10 goals, the eighth-fewest (shared) of the 24 clubs (2026/27 so far).
Seven of Doncaster’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (47%). Both teams scored in 10 of Doncaster’s last 15 results in all competitions (67%). Away from home, Doncaster have three wins, two draws and three defeats in their last 8 away matches in all competitions — 1.38 points per game, scoring 1.63 and conceding 1.25. Doncaster have scored 10 goals, the eighth-fewest (shared) of the 24 clubs (2026/27 so far). Doncaster have conceded 11 goals, the sixth-fewest (shared) of the 24 clubs.
Bradford (first) and Doncaster (17th) are 11 points apart, 2026/27 so far. TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have Bradford the stronger side, 203 rating points above Doncaster (Bradford 1647, Doncaster 1444, after at least 150 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 31 January 2026, finished Bradford 1–0 Doncaster.
Team news
Predicted Bradford XI (3-4-2-1): J. McCracken, A. Baldwin, M. Pennington, G. Pratt, C. Connolly, I. Touray, A. Sarcevic, J. Neufville, K. Jackson, N. Powell, J. Beesley — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Antoni Sarcevic (4.2 per match over 12 appearances, two goals) and Matthew Pennington (4.2 per match over 11 appearances, one assist) have been Bradford’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for Bradford (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), Antoni Sarcevic averages 1.5 key passes per 90 over 1000 minutes, with a key pass in nine of the last 10 appearances. Matthew Pennington averages 2.0 tackles per 90 over 964 minutes, with a tackle in seven of the last 10 appearances.
Predicted Doncaster XI (3-4-2-1): T. Simkin, N. Byrne, S. Grehan, J. McGrath, R. Gotts, G. Broadbent, O. Bailey, I. Hutchinson, L. Ayinde, T. O'Reilly, A. May — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Jack Senior (4.5 per match over nine appearances, two goals and one assist) and Alfie May (3.6 per match over 11 appearances, three goals and one assist) have been Doncaster’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for Doncaster (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), Jack Senior averages 2.5 tackles per 90 over 816 minutes, with a tackle in eight of the last nine appearances. Alfie May averages 2.2 shots per 90 over 944 minutes, with a shot in 10 of the last 10 appearances.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · League One · University of Bradford Stadium
- Head-to-head (last 6): Bradford 2 · draws 1 · Doncaster 3 · 2.83 goals/game
- Recent form: Bradford 3W 2D 0L · Doncaster 2W 0D 3L
Bradford v Doncaster (League One): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 20 October 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 17 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | Bradford for / against | Line | Doncaster for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 1.25 for · 0.5 against n 8 Last 5 | 2.5standard | 1.25 for · 1.5 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 7.5 for · 5.88 against n 8 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 5 for · 7.13 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots | 11.75 for · 11 against n 8 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 14.38 for · 15.38 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 3.88 for · 2.13 against n 8 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 3.88 for · 4.75 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 15.25 for · 12.75 against n 8 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 11.75 for · 12.88 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 2.13 for · 2.38 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 2.5 for · 1.5 against n 8 Last 5 |
Bradford
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N. Powell n 8 | 26.3 | 4.7 | 4.7 | — |
| W. Swan n 8 | 39.6 | 3.7 | 2 | — |
| Henry Cartwright n 8 | 33 | 2.7 | 0.3 | — |
| B. Pointon n 8 | 73.8 | 2.3 | 2 | — |
| G. Lapslie n 8 | 67.6 | 2.2 | 1.7 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| N. Powell n 8 | 26.3 | 4.7 | 2.1 |
| A. Phillips n 8 | 53.4 | 2.3 | 0.6 |
| W. Swan n 8 | 39.6 | 2.3 | 1.1 |
| S. Humphrys n 8 | 67.8 | 1.7 | 0.5 |
| A. Sarcevic n 8 | 87.8 | 1.5 | 0.5 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| W. Swan n 8 | 39.6 | 0.6 | 0 |
| B. Pointon n 8 | 73.8 | 0.3 | 0.2 |
| S. Humphrys n 8 | 67.8 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| J. Beesley n 8 | 67.4 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| K. Jackson n 8 | 63.3 | 0 | 0.4 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| R. Welch n 8 | 39 | 4 |
| G. Lapslie n 8 | 67.6 | 3.8 |
| J. Neufville n 8 | 78.8 | 2.7 |
| A. Sarcevic n 8 | 87.8 | 2.4 |
| I. Touray n 8 | 78.3 | 2.2 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| C. Dawson n 8 | 90 | 1.9 |
| Jon McCracken n 8 | 90 | 1.5 |
Doncaster
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Thomas n 8 | 28.9 | 3.5 | 0.8 | — |
| B. McCann n 5 | 27.8 | 2.6 | 1.3 | — |
| Bayley McCann n 8 | 26.3 | 2.6 | 1.7 | — |
| T. O'Reilly n 8 | 61.6 | 2.2 | 1.3 | — |
| O. Bailey n 8 | 81.9 | 1.5 | 1.4 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| I. Hutchinson n 8 | 54.8 | 2.5 | 1 |
| A. May n 8 | 83.8 | 2.4 | 1.1 |
| H. Adelakun n 8 | 42.8 | 1.6 | 0.5 |
| J. Thomas n 8 | 28.9 | 1.6 | 0 |
| L. Ayinde n 8 | 46.9 | 1.4 | 0.7 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. McCann n 5 | 27.8 | 0 | 1.3 |
| I. Hutchinson n 8 | 54.8 | 0.6 | 0 |
| J. Senior n 8 | 90 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| A. May n 8 | 83.8 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| L. Ayinde n 8 | 46.9 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| T. Nixon n 8 | 52 | 3 |
| J. Senior n 8 | 90 | 2.8 |
| D. Robinson n 8 | 47.3 | 1.9 |
| J. Thomas n 8 | 28.9 | 1.9 |
| R. Gotts n 8 | 85.9 | 1.6 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tommy Simkin n 8 | 90 | 3 |
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Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind Bradford v Doncaster — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2026-01-31 Bradford 1–0 Doncaster
- 2025-09-06 Doncaster 3–1 Bradford
- 2025-04-26 Doncaster 2–1 Bradford
- 2024-10-26 Bradford 1–2 Doncaster
- 2024-03-05 Bradford 1–1 Doncaster
- 2023-12-22 Doncaster 1–3 Bradford
Frequently asked questions
- What is the head-to-head record between Bradford and Doncaster?
- In their last 6 meetings, Bradford won 2, Doncaster won 3 and there was 1 draw, averaging 2.83 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of Bradford and Doncaster?
- Recent form — Bradford 3W 2D 0L; Doncaster 2W 0D 3L.
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