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Prediction 1
Draw
2/1 (3.00)
Prediction 2
Under 2.5 Goals
8/15 (1.53)
Prediction 3
BTTS
Evens (2.00)
*These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing.
Bradford look to make the most of a home game in the first leg of the play-off semifinals when they welcome Carlisle to the University of Bradford Stadium.
Bradford vs Carlisle – Free Betting Tips, Odds, & Predictions
Bradford are heading into the game after a 1-1 draw with Leyton Orient in the last regular-season game. Carlisle have also experienced poor form in the last four games and the recent game against Sutton United ended in a 1-1 draw.
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Draw
Both clubs have not been at their very best over the last four weeks. Bradford and Carlisle have been able to pick up only one win in the last five matches. The only game between the two clubs back in March witnessed a goalless draw, as both teams refused to give up on the play-off position. A similar pattern may play out in the upcoming match with Bradford aware about their away record against Carlisle.
Total goals under 2.5
Even though this fixture has produced goals in the past, it has not been a prolific match up by any means. There have been 10 goals scored in the last six games between Bradford and Carlisle. It further suggests that the upcoming game not be with a lot of goals. In the last 11 league matches for Carlisle, there have been less than 2.5 goals in nine of games.
Both teams to score – yes
The Carlisle team have done very well at the back against Bradford with five clean sheets in the last 7 head-to-head meetings between the two clubs. However, there will be plenty of nervousness coming into the game. This is likely to result in a game which features both teams settling for a goal each.
Bradford vs Carlisle Match Preview – Team News and Analysis
Bradford
Bradford have lost momentum at a crucial stage in the campaign. The club has only picked up one win in the last five matches. The winner of the upcoming game will be going up against Salford or Stockport County depending on the results from the play-off. Manager Mark Hughes is likely to make some tweaks to the starting line-up in order to try and hit a good run of form.
Carlisle
Carlisle come into the game after having enjoyed a disappointing set of results in the League Two over the last few weeks. For the upcoming game, Joh-Kymani Gordon will be unavailable because of his suspension whereas Finley Back has picked up a hamstring injury that will keep him out of the game.
Best Stats Available for Betting on Bradford vs Carlisle
These are some of the best stats for the match along with the right tools to make you choose the best odds.
Head to Head
14/05/23
England League 2 England
Bradford
Carlisle
1
0
21/03/23
England League 2 England
Bradford
Carlisle
0
0
21/01/23
England League 2 England
Bradford
Carlisle
0
0
26/12/22
England League 2 England
Carlisle
Bradford
1
0
26/12/22
England League 2 England
Carlisle
Bradford
1
0
Last Five - Bradford
30/09/23
England League 2 England
Walsall
Bradford
0
0
D
26/09/23
England EFL Cup EFL Cup
Middlesbrough
Bradford
2
0
L
23/09/23
England League 2 England
Newport County
Bradford
1
4
W
16/09/23
England League 2 England
Harrogate Town
Bradford
1
1
D
09/09/23
England League 2 England
Grimsby
Bradford
1
1
D
Last Five - Carlisle
30/09/23
England League 1 League 1
Wycombe
Carlisle
0
0
D
23/09/23
England League 1 League 1
Derby
Carlisle
2
0
L
16/09/23
England League 1 League 1
Lincoln City
Carlisle
1
1
D
09/09/23
England League 1 League 1
Stevenage
Carlisle
2
2
D
05/09/23
England EFL Trophy England
Accrington Stanley
Carlisle
1
0
L
FAQs on Bradford vs Carlisle game
Where is the match going to take place? University of Bradford Stadium
When will this match start? May 14, 2023 at 19:00 GMT
Who is the favourite team to win the game? Bradford
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