Bradford v Doncaster Match Report & Stats: 1-2 – Doncaster Clinch Away Win in Close Contest
| Competition | League Two |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 26 October 2023 |
| Teams | Bradford City v Doncaster Rovers |
| Final Score | 1-2 (Doncaster win) |
Doncaster Rovers emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Bradford City at Valley Parade, securing three valuable points in a competitive League Two clash. Bradford dominated possession and attempts but were ultimately outdone by a clinical Doncaster side who capitalised on key moments.
Bradford v Doncaster Match Report
The game remained level through the first half, as both teams showed defensive resolve, with Bradford pushing forward but failing to convert their chances. Doncaster broke the deadlock in the 57th minute through Luke Molyneux, who finished well from a cross by Kyle Hurst. Just nine minutes later, veteran striker Billy Sharp doubled Doncaster’s lead, again assisted by Hurst, in a smooth counter-attack.
Bradford managed to pull a goal back in the 83rd minute when Andy Cook found the net from Liam Richards’ pass. Despite their continued pressure and attempts to find an equaliser, Bradford couldn't break down a determined Doncaster defence in the closing minutes.
Key Moments
- 57' – Goal (Doncaster): Luke Molyneux opens the scoring with a composed finish from Hurst’s cross.
- 66' – Goal (Doncaster): Billy Sharp doubles Doncaster’s lead, set up by another assist from Hurst.
- 83' – Goal (Bradford): Andy Cook scores for Bradford, offering a glimmer of hope for the home side.
Stats at a Glance
| Statistic | Bradford | Doncaster |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Goal Attempts | 15 | 21 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 6 |
| Corners | 6 | 13 |
| Fouls | 11 | 12 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 5 |
Lineups
Bradford City (3-5-2)
- Goalkeeper: Walker
- Defenders: Diabate, Byrne, Shepherd
- Midfielders: Benn, Smallwood (C), Pointon, Wright, Walker
- Forwards: Cook, Smith
Substitutes: Richards, Kavanagh, Halliday, Oliver, Evans, Fleming
Doncaster Rovers (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Sharman-Lowe
- Defenders: Sterry, Olowu, McGrath, Maxwell
- Midfielders: Bailey (C), Senior, Molyneux, Broadbent, Hurst
- Forward: Sharp
Substitutes: Clifton, Kelly, Ironside, Bocat, Seko
Pre-Match Predictions Review
- Doncaster Draw No Bet
✅ Correct – Doncaster claimed all three points with a solid 2-1 away win. - Close, Competitive Game Expected
✅ Correct – Both teams battled in a tightly contested match, with Doncaster’s finishing making the difference despite Bradford’s edge in possession and attempts. - Under 2.5 Goals
❌ Incorrect – With three goals scored, the match ended as a higher-scoring encounter than anticipated.
Doncaster’s effective counter-attacking and Hurst’s creativity in setting up both goals were key to their success, leaving Bradford to contemplate missed opportunities in an otherwise well-balanced League Two encounter.
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