Reading vs Bradford City: Prediction, Odds & Analysis
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Bradford CityThe model puts Reading at 42%. The model sees this as a close contest. Confidence: medium.
Why this prediction
+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.
- −Recent form favours Bradford City.
- +Reading score more per game (3.0 at home vs 1.0 away).
- +Reading creates more chances (18 vs 7 shots per game).
- −The head-to-head history is finely balanced.
Win probabilities
Model vs market
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Recent form
Expected goals
Most likely scorelines
Match DNA
Key points
- Reading have 2 wins in their last 5 matches.
- Bradford City have 5 wins in their last 5 matches.
- Reading have won 4 of the head-to-head meetings.
- Reading is priced at 2.33.
Betting angles
Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. A positive edge means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies — model disagreement, not proven value. Not betting advice.
Scoreline probability matrix
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | ||
| 1 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 1 | |
| 3 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 3 | ||
| 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | ||
| 5 | 1 | 1 |
Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.
Full analysis
The model puts Reading at 42%. The model puts the draw at 27%. The model puts Bradford City at 31%. The model's most likely scoreline is 2-1.
The market frames this as a close contest. Reading is priced at 2.33. The draw is priced at 3.22. Bradford City is priced at 3.03.
Reading have won 4 of the head-to-head meetings. Bradford City have won 4 of the head-to-head meetings. The sides have drawn 6 of their head-to-head meetings.
Reading have 2 wins in their last 5 matches. Bradford City have 5 wins in their last 5 matches. Bradford City are on 5 wins in a row.
Reading average 3 goals per game this season. Reading average 44% possession. Bradford City average 1 goals per game this season. Bradford City average 46% possession.
The model gives 69% for both teams to score. The model gives 71% for over 2.5 goals.
This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the favourite, Reading or Bradford City?
Our model rates Reading as the most likely outcome at 42% probability.
What's a likely scoreline for Reading vs Bradford City?
A scoreline around 2-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.
What's the head-to-head record?
In the last 14 meetings: 4 Reading wins, 6 draws, 4 Bradford City wins.
Over or under 2.5 goals?
The indicators lean toward over 2.5 goals.
League table
England. League One| # | Team | GP | W | L | T | G | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bradford City | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 7:4 | 15 |
| 2 |  Sheffield Wednesday | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 13:6 | 14 |
| 3 |  Stockport County | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 17:10 | 13 |
| 4 |  Plymouth Argyle | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 14:11 | 13 |
| 5 |  Cambridge United | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 13:11 | 13 |
| 6 |  Huddersfield Town | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 11:6 | 12 |
| 7 |  Burton Albion | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 13:12 | 12 |
| 8 |  Wimbledon | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 6:8 | 12 |
| 9 | Reading | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 16:9 | 11 |
| 10 |  Oxford United | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 13:7 | 11 |
| 11 |  Leyton Orient | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 13:9 | 10 |
| 12 |  Wycombe Wanderers | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13:16 | 10 |
| 13 |  Stevenage | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11:8 | 9 |
| 14 |  Leicester City | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9:11 | 9 |
| 15 |  Blackpool | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 13:13 | 8 |
| 16 |  Luton Town | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 12:14 | 8 |
| 17 |  Mansfield Town | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 10:13 | 8 |
| 18 |  Barnsley | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 7:12 | 8 |
| 19 |  Bromley | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 8:18 | 8 |
| 20 |  Notts County | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7:9 | 7 |
| 21 |  Doncaster Rovers | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 8:9 | 6 |
| 22 |  Milton Keynes Dons | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 8:10 | 6 |
| 23 |  Peterborough United | 8 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 4:13 | 5 |
| 24 |  Wigan Athletic | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 5:12 | 4 |
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