Bolton vs Bradford League One Playoffs Predictions, Odds & Betting Tips
Two former Premier League clubs go head to head in the League One playoffs for a spot in the Wembley final.
I'm sure we'll hear plenty from both sets of supporters in the build up, about why they are the biggest team in the league, but let's try and stick to what will happen on the field.
Read on for the full football tips breakdown, the latest odds and the best betting sites to back them with.
Bolton vs Bradford Tips
Bradford come here on the back of promotion to League One last season, trying to emulate what Wrexham achieved last season, gaining back to back promotions and a place in the Championship.
For Bolton, I've lost count of how many times they've been in the playoffs recently. Forever involved, but they've never managed to go all the way. Is this the year that changes?
Tip 1: Draw @ 13/5
I've seen Bradford play very recently, and Bolton a little before that, and I've come to the same conclusion about both.
Decent teams, good enough to avoid defeat, but not good enough to really go out and grab this game to take control.
For that reason, I think the draw is a great bet here, backed up by the recent form on offer from both teams.
Both have stumbled into the playoffs, rather than truly claiming their places. Bradfords have won one of their last five games, drawing three in the process. Bolton have also won one of their last five, with two draws in the mix.
Neither arrive in anywhere near the kind of form they'd like, and I think for this first leg in particular, that will impact the outcome.
Bradford would definitely take a draw from this, to go back home next week. Finally, you only have to go back two games to find the last time these played each other. The result? A 1-1 draw.
Tip 2: Cozier-Duberry to Score or Assist, BTTS, Over 3.5 Total Cards
After a bad injury in the new year, Bolton have definitely missed Amario Cozier-Duberry, but he's been back for the past six games, and made an impact.
He looks to be firing again, and has bagged two goals plus three assists from his last four games. Back him to get either one of those in this one.
I also like both teams to score here. While I think the game will end a draw, I do see goals coming.
Both teams have scored in the last four Bradford games, and also in the last four Bolton games. Don't forget that 1-1 tie from two weeks ago either.
Finally on cards, there was four cards in that last meeting, this game is going to have far more intensity and meaning to it, so I'll back the same line to succeed again, with over 3.5 total cards.
Where to Watch Bolton vs Bradford
Alongside the latest odds and free bets for this game, our match guide covers everything you need - TV channel, live stream options, date and kick-off time.
TV Channel
Bolton vs Bradford is part of the playoff coverage on Sky, live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.
Live Stream Information
UK viewers with a valid Sky Sports subscription can stream the match live via Sky Go on mobile, tablet or laptop. NOW TV customers can grab a Sports Day or Month Membership to catch the game without a full Sky contract.
Bolton vs Bradford Information
| Competition | League One Playoffs |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday 9 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 8:00pm |
| Venue | The Toughsheet Community Stadium, Bolton |
| TV Channel (UK) | Sky Sports Football / Sky Sports Main Event |
| Live Stream | Sky Go, NOW TV |
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