On 02.05.2026, the sports world turns its eyes to the clash between Exeter City and Bradford in the England League One. This match is expected to be a nail-biter given the similar strengths of both teams. We've analyzed their recent performances, head-to-head statistics, and key players to watch. Check out our expert predictions and get ready to place your bet!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Stockport County | 44 | 21 | 11 | 12 | 67/55 | 74 |
| 5 | Bradford | 45 | 21 | 11 | 13 | 56/50 | 74 |
| 6 | Stevenage | 45 | 20 | 12 | 13 | 48/46 | 72 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient | 45 | 14 | 9 | 22 | 57/69 | 51 |
| 21 | Exeter City | 45 | 12 | 13 | 20 | 51/59 | 49 |
| 22 | Rotherham | 45 | 10 | 11 | 24 | 39/68 | 41 |
Key Player Statistics: Exeter City vs Bradford
Exeter City vs Bradford Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Bradford | Exeter City | 29.11.2025 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Bradford | Exeter City | 12.02.2022 | 0-1 |
| FA Cup | Exeter City | Bradford | 30.11.2021 | 2-1 |
| FA Cup | Bradford | Exeter City | 06.11.2021 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Exeter City | Bradford | 07.08.2021 | 0-0 |
| League Two | Exeter City | Bradford | 06.02.2021 | 3-2 |
| League Two | Bradford | Exeter City | 14.11.2020 | 2-2 |
| League Two | Bradford | Exeter City | 02.11.2019 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Exeter City | Bradford | 16.03.2013 | 4-1 |
| League Two | Bradford | Exeter City | 17.11.2012 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Burton Albion | Exeter City | 25.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| League One | Exeter City | Stockport County | 18.04.2026 | 3-3 |
| League One | Plymouth | Exeter City | 11.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| League One | Exeter City | Doncaster | 06.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| League One | Blackpool | Exeter City | 03.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| League One | Exeter City | Leyton Orient | 28.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| League One | Wigan | Exeter City | 21.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| League One | Luton | Exeter City | 17.03.2026 | 3-2 |
| League One | Exeter City | Cardiff | 14.03.2026 | 0-4 |
| League One | Exeter City | Lincoln | 10.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Bradford | Bolton | 25.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| League One | Bradford | Plymouth | 21.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| League One | Barnsley | Bradford | 18.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| League One | Bradford | Stevenage | 11.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| League One | Wycombe | Bradford | 06.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| League One | Bradford | Northampton | 03.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| League One | Burton Albion | Bradford | 21.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| League One | Bradford | Mansfield Town | 17.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| League One | Wigan | Bradford | 14.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| League One | Port Vale | Bradford | 11.03.2026 | 0-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Exeter City VS Bradford
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Exeter City vs Bradford
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Exeter City vs Bradford
There are matches that mean everything, and then there are matches that define a season. This is one of those.
Exeter City sit 21st in League One with 49 points from 45 games. The drop zone is breathing down their necks. Bradford, meanwhile, are up in 5th with 74 points, chasing a playoff spot with genuine belief. The gap between these two clubs right now is not just points on a table. It is two completely different footballing realities colliding at St James Park.
Here's what you need to watch for — Exeter's form has been an absolute mess. They've won just one of their last six, and that 1-5 home hammering by Bolton back in February still stings. They've conceded 59 goals this season. That's a back four that has been leaking like a broken tap all year.
Bradford are no world-beaters, but they know how to grind. Four of their last five results have been wins or draws, and they've kept things tight enough to stay in that playoff hunt. Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Bradford being a mid-table flattering side. They've beaten Stockport, Peterborough, and Rotherham in recent months. That's substance.
The fascinating subplot here is J. Wareham. Exeter's top scorer has bagged 19 goals in 45 games — an incredible return for a side fighting relegation. If Exeter have any chance today, it runs directly through him. Bradford's disciplinary record is worth noting too. M. Power has 14 yellow cards this season, and C. Tilt has 11. These are players who commit fouls. A lively, direct Wareham could drag cards out of Bradford's midfield and create dangerous set-piece situations.
That's your surprising stat for the bettors reading this. Bradford's card-happy midfield combined with Exeter's direct striker makes the cards market genuinely interesting. Power or Tilt to be booked looks like excellent value given their numbers.
The head-to-head record slightly favours Exeter at home, but this Exeter side bears little resemblance to previous versions. Bradford won the reverse fixture 1-0 back in November. The bookmakers have Bradford at 2.12 for good reason, and I agree with the market here.
I'm backing Bradford to win this 2-1, with Wareham grabbing a consolation. Both teams to score looks like the smart play at what will likely be decent odds. Bradford have the quality. Exeter have heart. But heart alone won't be enough today.
One final thing — if you're watching this live, keep your eyes on the opening 20 minutes. With Exeter's season on the line and a noisy home crowd, Bradford's defensive discipline will be tested early. How they handle that pressure will tell you everything about where this game is going.
Buckle up. This one matters.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P. Sweeney | Republic of Ireland | 31 | Defender | 183 | 80 |
| R. Cole | England | 28 | Midfielder | 178 | 65 |
| D. Andrew | England | 35 | Defender | 180 cm | 73 kg |
| R. Rydel | England | 25 | Defender | 181 | 75 |
| J. Fitzwater | England | 28 | Defender | 188 | 70 |
| J. McMillan | Scotland | 28 | Midfielder | 183 | 77 |
| E. Francis | England | 26 | Midfielder | 182 | 75 |
| J. Bycroft | England | 24 | Goalkeeper | 184 cm | 71 kg |
| E. Brierley | England | 22 | Midfielder | 168 cm | n/a |
| J. Wareham | England | 22 | Attacker | 177 | n/a |
| S. Cox | England | 21 | Attacker | 178 | 79 |
| L. Woodhouse | England | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Swinkels | Netherlands | 22 | Defender | 190 | 78 |
| J. Whitworth | England | 22 | Goalkeeper | 179 | n/a |
| J. Yfeko | England | 22 | Defender | 191 | n/a |
| A. Oluwabori | Nigeria | 24 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Liam Oakes | England | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| T. Dean | England | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| C. Cummins | Republic of Ireland | 20 | Midfielder | 188 | n/a |
| K. Wilson | Scotland | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. Halliday | England | 30 | Midfielder | 180 | 68 |
| A. Pattison | England | 28 | Midfielder | 173 | 70 |
| I. Touray | Gambia | 31 | Defender | 177 | 68 |
| C. Oduor | Kenya | 26 | Midfielder | 179 | 70 |
| S. Walker | England | 34 | Goalkeeper | 196 | 78 |
| J. Neufville | England | 25 | Attacker | 183 | 74 |
| G. Lapslie | England | 28 | Attacker | 180 | 74 |
| M. Power | England | 32 | Midfielder | 181 cm | 77 kg |
| J. Wright | Wales | 31 | Defender | 193 cm | 79 kg |
| S. Humphrys | England | 28 | Attacker | 184 | 69 |
| A. Cook | England | 35 | Attacker | 185 | 72 |
| C. Kelly | Republic of Ireland | 27 | Defender | 191 | 79 |
| A. Baldwin | England | 28 | Defender | 183 | 70 |
| J. Hilton | England | 26 | Goalkeeper | 195 | 93 |
| T. Wright | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Midfielder | 179 | n/a |
| W. Swan | England | 25 | Attacker | 181 | 75 |
| Jenson Metcalfe | England | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| B. Pointon | England | 22 | Attacker | 176 | 66 |
| Zachariah Hadi | England | 20 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| G. Goodman | Northern Ireland | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
Exeter City vs Bradford match odds
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