Bradford vs Cardiff Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Bradford vs Cardiff Prediction: 1-1

Bradford vs Cardiff in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 12:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 17, 2026. A 1-1 draw is our predicted outcome, with both teams expected to score, making BTTS a solid betting option.

This Bradford vs Cardiff prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Bradford's Last Match – Blackpool vs Bradford

Bradford will aim to maintain their momentum following a 2-1 England League 1 triumph against Blackpool on January 4. In that match, Bradford recorded 44% possession, firing 3 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Blackpool	56%	0 (2)	0.86	38
Bradford	44%	0 (3)	0.54	62

Cardiff's Last Match – Leyton Orient vs Cardiff

Cardiff will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 1-1 England League 1 draw with Leyton Orient on January 10. In that match, Cardiff controlled 61% of possession and managed 3 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Leyton Orient	39%	0 (5)	1.43	39
Cardiff	61%	0 (3)	0.96	54

Bradford vs Cardiff Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Bradford are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per match, while Cardiff average 1.6 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Bradford to win: @2.55

Draw: @3.4

Cardiff to win: @2.45

Over 2.5 Goals: @2.025

Bradford Fixtures

Cardiff Fixtures