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Bradford City FC is a professional football club that play in League Two which is the fourth tier of English Football. Managed by Mark Hughes the club are pushing towards play offs to get promoted to League One
In our Bradford City Football Club, we provide you with all the information regarding the squad, upcoming fixtures and results to the heritage of Bradford City Football Club.
Contents
- Bradford City AFC Registered Squad
- Goal Keepers
- Defender
- Midfielder
- Attacking Midfielders
- Strikers
- Bradford City AFC Upcoming Fixtures
- Bradford City AFC Previous Results
- Popular Questions
- When was Bradford City Football Club founded?
- What are some of Bradford City’s greatest achievements?
- What is Bradford City’s home stadium?
- Manager History
- Bradford City AFC Trophies
- Summary
- Other English League Two Teams
Bradford City AFC Registered Squad
Here is a list of the registered squad for Bradford City AFC 2023:
Goal Keepers
| Goalkeeper | Pld | G | YC | RC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Lewis | 25 (0) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Colin Doyle | 3 (0) | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| William Huffer | – | – | – | – |
| Heath Richardson | – | – | – | – |
| Joseph O’Shaughnessy | – | – | – | – |
Defender
| Defender | Pld | G | YC | RC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liam Ridehalgh | 14 (5) | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Matthew Platt | 19 (4) | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| Clark Oduor | 13 (2) | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Daniel Oyegoke | 9 (9) | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Finn Cousin-Dawson | – | – | – | – |
| Lewis Richards | 12 (0) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Jorge Sikora | – | – | – | – |
| Sam Stubbs | 22 (1) | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Jonathan Tomkinson | 2 (1) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Midfielder
| Midfielder | Pld | G | YC | RC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Halliday | 22 (3) | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Ash Taylor | 10 (1) | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Richard Smallwood | 22 (3) | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Emmanuel Osadebe | 7 (10) | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Alex Pattison | 8 (3) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Jamie Walker | 22 (1) | 5 | 8 | 0 |
| Alex Gilliead | 16 (7) | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Harrison Chapman | 2 (3) | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Hope Akpan | – | – | – | – |
| Kevin McDonald | 7 (3) | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Connor Shanks | – | – | – | – |
| Charlie Wood | – | – | – | – |
| Adam Wilson | 4 (9) | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Thierry Nevers | – | – | – | – |
| Oliver Suklenicki | – | – | – | – |
| Ciaran Kelly | 15 (2) | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Freddy Jeffreys | 1 (1) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chisom Afoka | 4 (1) | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Attacking Midfielders
| Attacking Midfielder | Pld | G | YC | RC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gareth Evans | – | – | – | – |
Strikers
| Striker | Pld | G | YC | RC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Novak | – | – | – | – |
| Tyler Smith | 13 (13) | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Billy Clarke | – | – | – | – |
| Vadaine Oliver | 0 (2) | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Bobby Pointon | 10 (6) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tom Elliott | – | – | – | – |
| Matt Derbyshire | 1 (7) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dylan Youmbi | – | – | – | – |
| Andy Cook | 22 (0) | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Dylan Mottley-Henry | – | – | – | – |
| Connor Morris | – | – | – | – |
| Rayhaan Tulloch | 3 (7) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Bradford City AFC Upcoming Fixtures
| Upcoming Game | Competion | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 16 15:00 | League Two | Gillingham | Away |
| Fri 22 19:45 | League Two | Doncaster | Away |
| Tue 26 15:00 | League Two | Morecambe | Home |
| Fri 29 19:45 | League Two | Stockport | Home |
| January | |||
| Mon 01 15:00 | League Two | Crewe | Away |
| Sat 06 15:00 | League Two | Crawley Town | Home |
| Tue 09 | Derby | Away | |
| Sat 13 15:00 | League Two | Colchester | Away |
| Sat 20 15:00 | League Two | Doncaster | Home |
| Sat 27 15:00 | League Two | Swindon | Away |
| February | |||
| Sat 03 15:00 | League Two | AFC Wimbledon | Home |
| Sat 10 15:00 | League Two | Wrexham | Away |
| Tue 13 19:45 | League Two | MK Dons | Home |
| Sat 17 15:00 | League Two | Sutton Utd | Home |
| Sat 24 15:00 | League Two | Barrow | Away |
| March | |||
| Sat 02 15:00 | League Two | Notts County | Home |
| Sat 09 15:00 | League Two | Accrington Stanley | Away |
| Tue 12 19:45 | League Two | Forest Green | Home |
| Sat 16 15:00 | League Two | Mansfield | Home |
| Sat 23 13:00 | League Two | Harrogate Town | Away |
| Fri 29 14:00 | League Two | Tranmere | Home |
| April | |||
| Mon 01 12:00 | League Two | Grimsby | Away |
| Sat 06 14:00 | League Two | Gillingham | Home |
| Sat 13 14:00 | League Two | Salford | Away |
| Sat 20 14:00 | League Two | Walsall | Away |
| Sat 27 14:00 | League Two | Newport County | Home |
Bradford City AFC Previous Results
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug 2023 | Crawley Town v Bradford City | L | 1-0 | League Two |
| 08 Aug 2023 | Accrington Stanley v Bradford City | W | 1-1 (1-4) | League Cup |
| 12 Aug 2023 | Bradford City v Colchester United | W | 2-1 | League Two |
| 15 Aug 2023 | Stockport County v Bradford City | D | 1-1 | League Two |
| 19 Aug 2023 | Morecambe v Bradford City | L | 3-0 | League Two |
| 26 Aug 2023 | Bradford City v Crewe Alexandra | W | 1-0 | League Two |
| 29 Aug 2023 | Wrexham v Bradford City | W | 1-1 (3-4) | League Cup |
| 02 Sep 2023 | Mansfield Town v Bradford City | D | 0-0 | League Two |
| 09 Sep 2023 | Bradford City v Grimsby Town | D | 1-1 | League Two |
| 16 Sep 2023 | Bradford City v Harrogate Town | D | 1-1 | League Two |
| 23 Sep 2023 | Newport County v Bradford City | W | 1-4 | League Two |
| 26 Sep 2023 | Bradford City v Middlesbrough | L | 0-2 | League Cup |
| 30 Sep 2023 | Bradford City v Walsall | L | 1-3 | League Two |
| 03 Oct 2023 | Tranmere Rovers v Bradford City | L | 2-1 | League Two |
| 07 Oct 2023 | Bradford City v Swindon Town | W | 1-0 | League Two |
| 10 Oct 2023 | Grimsby Town v Bradford City | W | 1-2 | Football League Trophy |
| 14 Oct 2023 | AFC Wimbledon v Bradford City | W | 0-1 | League Two |
| 21 Oct 2023 | Bradford City v Wrexham | D | 1-1 | League Two |
| 24 Oct 2023 | Milton Keynes Dons v Bradford City | L | 4-1 | League Two |
| 28 Oct 2023 | Sutton United v Bradford City | L | 2-1 | League Two |
| 31 Oct 2023 | Bradford City v Manchester City Academy | W | 3-0 | Football League Trophy |
| 04 Nov 2023 | Bradford City v Wycombe Wanderers | L | 1-2 | FA Cup |
| 11 Nov 2023 | Bradford City v Barrow | L | 1-2 | League Two |
| 18 Nov 2023 | Notts County v Bradford City | L | 4-2 | League Two |
| 21 Nov 2023 | Bradford City v Barnsley | W | 5-1 | Football League Trophy |
| 25 Nov 2023 | Bradford City v Accrington Stanley | W | 1-0 | League Two |
| 28 Nov 2023 | Forest Green Rovers v Bradford City | W | 0-3 | League Two |
| 05 Dec 2023 | Bradford City v Liverpool Academy | W | 4-0 | Football League Trophy |
Popular Questions
When was Bradford City Football Club founded?
Bradford City Football Club was founded in 1903, following the merger of two local clubs, Bradford FC and Manningham FC. The club played its first competitive match in the Football League in 1903, and has since gone on to become a prominent team in English football.
What are some of Bradford City’s greatest achievements?
One of Bradford City’s greatest achievements came in 1911, when they won the FA Cup, becoming the first team from the third tier of English football to do so. The club has also enjoyed success in the League Cup, reaching the final in 2013, and has won several lower-league titles throughout its history. Additionally, Bradford City has a strong tradition of producing talented young players, many of whom have gone on to have successful careers in the top tiers of English football.
What is Bradford City’s home stadium?
Bradford City’s home stadium is the Utilita Energy Stadium, which is located in the city of Bradford in West Yorkshire, England. The stadium has a capacity of over 25,000 spectators and has been the club’s home since 1903. The stadium has undergone several renovations over the years, including a major redevelopment in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and is known for its lively atmosphere and passionate support.
Manager History
| Period | Manager | Country | born |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2023 – 30/06/2026 | Graham Alexander | Scotland | 10/10/1971 |
| 01/11/2023 – 05/11/2023 | Mark Trueman | England | 07/02/1987 |
| 05/10/2023 – 31/10/2023 | Kevin McDonald | Scotland | 04/11/1988 |
| 24/02/2022 – 04/10/2023 | Mark Hughes | Wales | 01/11/1963 |
| 16/02/2022 – 23/02/2022 | Mark Trueman | England | 07/02/1987 |
| 01/07/2021 – 15/02/2022 | Derek Adams | Scotland | 25/06/1975 |
| 14/12/2020 – 30/06/2021 | Conor Sellars | England | 15/02/1992 |
| 14/12/2020 – 30/06/2021 | Mark Trueman | England | 07/02/1987 |
| 04/02/2020 – 13/12/2020 | Stuart McCall | Scotland | 10/06/1964 |
| 04/03/2019 – 03/02/2020 | Gary Bowyer | England | 26/06/1971 |
| 25/02/2019 – 03/03/2019 | Martin Drury | England | 10/04/1986 |
| 04/09/2018 – 24/02/2019 | David Hopkin | Scotland | 21/08/1970 |
| 01/07/2018 – 03/09/2018 | Michael Collins | Ireland | 30/04/1986 |
| 11/02/2018 – 30/06/2018 | Simon Grayson | England | 16/12/1969 |
| 08/02/2018 – 10/02/2018 | Greg Abbott | England | 14/12/1963 |
| 01/07/2016 – 05/02/2018 | Stuart McCall | Scotland | 10/06/1964 |
| 28/08/2011 – 30/06/2016 | Phil Parkinson | England | 01/12/1967 |
| 27/02/2011 – 25/08/2011 | Peter Jackson | England | 06/04/1961 |
| 01/07/2010 – 24/02/2011 | Peter Taylor | England | 03/01/1953 |
| 22/05/2007 – 30/06/2010 | Stuart McCall | Scotland | 10/06/1964 |
| 17/02/2007 – 30/06/2007 | David Wetherall | England | 14/03/1971 |
| 01/07/2004 – 12/02/2007 | Colin Todd | England | 12/12/1948 |
| 20/11/2000 – 24/12/2001 | Jim Jefferies | Scotland | 22/11/1950 |
| 07/11/2000 – 19/11/2000 | Stuart McCall | Scotland | 10/06/1964 |
| 01/07/2000 – 06/11/2000 | Chris Hutchings | England | 05/07/1957 |
| 07/01/1998 – 30/06/2000 | Paul Jewell | England | 28/09/1964 |
| 28/11/1995 – 06/01/1998 | Chris Kamara | England | 25/12/1957 |
| 01/07/1994 – 27/11/1995 | Lennie Lawrence | England | 12/12/1947 |
| 12/11/1991 – 30/06/1994 | Frank Stapleton | Ireland | 10/07/1956 |
| 01/03/1990 – 11/11/1991 | John Docherty | Scotland | 29/04/1940 |
| 01/07/1989 – 30/06/1990 | Terry Yorath | Wales | 27/03/1950 |
| 05/01/1987 – 30/01/1989 | Terence Dolan | England | 11/06/1950 |
| 01/07/1982 – 05/01/1987 | Trevor Cherry | England | 23/02/1948 |
| 01/07/1981 – 30/06/1982 | Roy McFarland | England | 05/04/1948 |
| 01/11/1978 – 30/06/1981 | George Mulhall | Scotland | 08/05/1936 |
| 01/02/1978 – 31/10/1978 | John Napier | Northern Ireland | 23/09/1946 |
| 01/11/1971 – 31/01/1975 | Bryan Edwards | England | 27/10/1930 |
| 01/07/1969 – 30/06/1971 | Bobby Kennedy | Scotland | 23/06/1937 |
| 01/07/1961 – 30/09/1964 | Bob Brocklebank | England | 08/04/1908 |
| 01/07/1952 – 31/01/1955 | Ivor Powell | Wales | 05/07/1916 |
| 01/11/1950 – 28/02/1954 | Peter Jackson | England | 04/08/1905 |
| 01/07/1948 – 30/06/1952 | David Steele | Scotland | 29/06/1894 |
| 01/02/1947 – 30/06/1948 | Jack Milburn | England | 18/03/1908 |
| 01/07/1946 – 31/01/1947 | Jack Barker | England | 27/02/1906 |
| 01/07/1935 – 30/06/1938 | Dick Ray | England | 04/02/1876 |
| 01/07/1928 – 30/06/1935 | George Livingstone | Scotland | 05/05/1876 |
| 01/07/1928 – 30/06/1930 | Peter O’Rourke | Scotland | 22/09/1874 |
| 01/07/1921 – 30/06/1926 | David Menzies | Scotland | |
| 01/07/1905 – 30/06/1921 | Peter O’Rourke | Scotland | 22/09/1874 |
| 01/07/1903 – 31/10/1905 | Robert Campbell | Scotland |
Bradford City AFC Trophies
| Honour | Position | Year |
|---|---|---|
| League Division Two | Champion | 1907-08 |
| FA Cup | Winner | 1910-11 |
| Division Three (North) | Champion | 1928-29 |
| League Division Four | Runner-up | 1981-82 |
| League Division Three | Champion | 1984-85 |
| League Division 1 | Runner-up | 1998-99 |
| Football League Cup | Runner-up | 2012-13 |
Summary
Bradford Football Club was founded in 1903 as an association football club in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. The club played their home matches at Valley Parade and enjoyed success in the early years of their existence, winning the Second Division title in 1908 and reaching the FA Cup final in 1911.
Throughout their history, Bradford has had a reputation for playing attacking and entertaining football. The club’s style of play is characterized by quick passing, fluid movement, and a commitment to attacking play. This approach has earned them a loyal fanbase and a reputation as one of the most exciting teams in English football.
In recent years, Bradford has faced some difficult times, including a period of financial instability that saw the club fall into administration. However, under the guidance of current manager Derek Adams, the team has shown signs of improvement and is working towards a bright future.
Overall, Bradford Football Club has a proud history and a distinctive style of play that has earned them a place in the hearts of football fans around the world.
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