Barrow vs Bradford Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 01 Jan 2025
We Think Under 2.5 Goals is the Value Bet
For those that agree with our view that this will be low-scoring, take the -150 when it comes to Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. We don’t think Barrow and Bradford will serve up a goalfest.
1-1 Draw in Last H2H Battle
Barrow played Tranmere Rovers away in their last game. It was a 1-1 draw at Prenton Park.
Bradford City claimed a home win in their previous game. A 2-1 victory occurred against Chesterfield at The University of Bradford Stadium.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The most recent head-to-head saw road team Barrow draw 1-1 with Bradford at The University of Bradford Stadium. The past 9 H2H meetings have featured four Barrow victories, two draws and three Bradford wins.
Confirmed Lineups
Barrow confirmed lineup (3-4-1-2): Paul Farman (GK), Rory Feely, Theo Vassell, Ben Jackson, Elliot Newby, Junior Tiensia, Sam Foley, Robbie Gotts, Andrew Dallas, Connor Mahoney, Emile Acquah.
Bradford confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Sam Walker (GK), Aden Baldwin, Neill Byrne, Jack Shepherd, Bradley Halliday, Bobby Pointon, Richard Smallwood, Alexander Pattison, Lewis Richards, Andy Cook, Calum Kavanagh.
Barrow vs Bradford Prediction & Betting Tips
There are reasons to side with Under 2.5 Goals for this League Two match. The two sides could fall short of the line and we really like the odds of -150 that are available for this pick.
We study the form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making any football picks. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.
Key Barrow vs Bradford league stats:
Under 2.5 Probability
The betting sites make it a 60% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
There’s an opportunity to combine Under 2.5 Goals with BTTS No if you want a bigger potential return, with bettors able to land this pick through the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market.

Correct Score Prediction
We’re taking a chance on Barrow to achieve a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +575 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.
Barrow vs Bradford Odds
The bookies have betting odds of +165 for Barrow to win this League Two game, while Bradford City are +163 and the draw is available at +220.
If you think there will be two goals or less during the ninety minutes, then Under 2.5 Goals is a potential option.
If you fancy Barrow but want money back if this League Two match is a draw, then you can get -111. You can bet on Bradford City at -114 on the Draw No Bet market.







- League Two: 03/12 2024 Bradford 1 Barrow 1
- League Two: 23/04 2024 Barrow 1 Bradford 2
- League Two: 11/11 2023 Bradford 1 Barrow 2
- League Two: 18/02 2023 Bradford 0 Barrow 1
- League Two: 06/08 2022 Barrow 3 Bradford 2
- League Two: 01/01 2022 Barrow 1 Bradford 2
- League Two: 18/09 2021 Bradford 1 Barrow 1
- League Two: 30/01 2021 Bradford 2 Barrow 1
- League Two: 31/10 2020 Barrow 1 Bradford 0


- 1 win, 4 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Barrow this season are Theo Vassell (4), Emile Acquah (3), Gerard Garner (3)
- Top Assistors for Barrow this season are Ben Jackson (6), Elliot Newby (4), Katia Kouyate (3)
Barrow vs Bradford Lineups & Team News
Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Barrow vs Bradford team news.
The League Two squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.
Barrow Confirmed Lineup 3-4-1-2
Bradford Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Barrow Confirmed Lineup 3-4-1-2
Bradford Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Barrow Substitutes
- 2Neo Eccleston
- 3Mazeed Ogungbo
- 10Gerard Garner
- 17Katia Kouyate
- 19Dominic Telford
- 21Wyll Stanway
- 25Charlie Kirk
Bradford Substitutes
- 7Jamie Walker
- 10Antoni Sarcevic
- 12Clarke Oduor
- 13Colin Doyle
- 18Ciaran Kelly
- 21Oliver Sanderson
- 22Callum Johnson
Previous Barrow Lineups
Previous Bradford Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Swindon | 8 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 17:10 | 18 |
2 | Gillingham | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 12:5 | 18 |
3 | Salford | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 13:9 | 16 |
4 | Walsall | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 8:5 | 16 |
5 | Grimsby | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 14:9 | 15 |
6 | Chesterfield | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 12:10 | 14 |
7 | Bromley | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 12:8 | 13 |
8 | Crewe | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 12:9 | 13 |
9 | Bristol Rovers | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 9:9 | 13 |
10 | MK Dons | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 13:7 | 12 |
11 | Fleetwood | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 10:10 | 12 |
12 | Notts County | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 12:10 | 11 |
13 | Cambridge | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 9:8 | 11 |
14 | Oldham | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 5:5 | 10 |
15 | Barnet | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 8:11 | 10 |
16 | Tranmere | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 11:8 | 9 |
17 | Harrogate | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8:12 | 8 |
18 | Crawley | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7:11 | 8 |
19 | Colchester | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 7:9 | 7 |
20 | Accr. Stanley | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4:7 | 6 |
21 | Barrow | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 6:11 | 6 |
22 | Newport | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8:13 | 5 |
23 | Shrewsbury | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 6:16 | 5 |
24 | Cheltenham | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3:14 | 4 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Gillingham | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7:1 | 12 |
2 | Swindon | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8:6 | 9 |
3 | Walsall | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 9 |
4 | Bromley | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8:4 | 8 |
5 | Chesterfield | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 7:4 | 8 |
6 | Notts County | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8:5 | 7 |
7 | Grimsby | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:3 | 7 |
8 | Cambridge | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4:2 | 7 |
9 | Salford | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7:6 | 7 |
10 | Bristol Rovers | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 7 |
11 | Crewe | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4:5 | 6 |
12 | Tranmere | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7:4 | 5 |
13 | Accr. Stanley | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3:2 | 5 |
14 | Fleetwood | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5:7 | 5 |
15 | MK Dons | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7:4 | 4 |
16 | Harrogate | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:6 | 4 |
17 | Crawley | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4:5 | 4 |
18 | Oldham | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3:4 | 4 |
19 | Cheltenham | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2:5 | 3 |
20 | Barrow | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3:7 | 3 |
21 | Colchester | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3:6 | 2 |
22 | Shrewsbury | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1:5 | 2 |
23 | Newport | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4:7 | 1 |
24 | Barnet | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3:8 | 1 |












