Valley Parade hosts a fascinating Yorkshire derby as struggling Bradford City welcome Barnsley in League One on September 26, 2026. The Bantams enter the fixture after a solitary opening day defeat, failing to find the net and conceding once, placing them bottom early doors. Their win rate currently stands at 0%. In stark contrast, Barnsley arrive with confidence, having secured two wins from their first three outings, scoring five goals despite a slightly leaky defence that has shipped six. Their 67% win rate highlights a strong start to the campaign.
History suggests a tight affair, with the last two encounters ending in 2-2 draws. However, Barnsley holds the edge in recent head-to-heads, winning two of the last five. The bookmakers heavily favour the visitors or a draw, with Bradford’s home win probability at just 10%. City will need a significant turnaround to defy the odds and kickstart their season. Barnsley, meanwhile, will be keen to exploit Bradford’s early struggles and consolidate their position near the top of the table. Expect a cagey first half, with Barnsley likely to push for a breakthrough as the game progresses.
1. C. Dawson, 2. R. Welch, 14. H. Matthews, 5. M. Gillesphey, 32. G. Lapslie, 22. K. Morgan, 20. H. Cartwright, 27. C. O'Keeffe, 8. A. Phillips, 11. S. Humphrys, 24. W. Swan
51. K. Flavell, 38. N. Saunders, 12. J. Okedina, 5. J. Shepherd, 33. R. Woodcock, 13. C. Taylor, 48. L. Connell, 30. J. Bland, 36. L. Alker, 10. B. Toure, 39. L. Farrell
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