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Bradford vs Carlisle prediction, betting odds & free tips 14/05/2023

*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.

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 - Bradford22 1

30/09/23

England League 2 England

26

Walsall

22 1

Bradford

0

0

D

26/09/23

England EFL Cup EFL Cup

36

Middlesbrough

22 1

Bradford

2

0

L

23/09/23

England League 2 England

79

Newport County

22 1

Bradford

1

4

W

16/09/23

England League 2 England

159

Harrogate Town

22 1

Bradford

1

1

D

09/09/23

England League 2 England

18 1

Grimsby

22 1

Bradford

1

1

D

Last Five - Carlisle78

30/09/23

England League 1 League 1

62

Wycombe

78

Carlisle

0

0

D

23/09/23

England League 1 League 1

27

Derby

78

Carlisle

2

0

L

16/09/23

England League 1 League 1

92

Lincoln City

78

Carlisle

1

1

D

09/09/23

England League 1 League 1

133

Stevenage

78

Carlisle

2

2

D

05/09/23

England EFL Trophy England

187

Accrington Stanley

78

Carlisle

1

0

L

FAQs on Bradford vs Carlisle game

Bradford vs Carlisle Prediction

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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