Barnsley vs Bradford City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 April

Barnsley

D D L L W

15th place in England League 1

2-2

18/04/2026 07:30

Bradford City

W L D D D

4th place in England League 1

England League 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Barnsley vs Bradford City on 18 April 2026 (kick-off: 07:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Barnsley vs Bradford City preview before placing your bet.

Barnsley will face Bradford City in England League 1 on April 18, 2026 at 07:30.
Barnsley are currently 15th with 59 points after 46 matches.
Bradford City sit 4th with 77 points from 46 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.15.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

07:30

2026-04-18

Barnsley vs Bradford City - Prediction & Odds

Barnsley

Bradford City

2026-04-18 07:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/04/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Lincoln City	103	46	31	10	5	89	41	48
02 Cardiff City	91	46	27	10	9	90	50	40
03 Stockport County	77	46	22	11	13	71	58	13
04 Bradford City	77	46	22	11	13	58	51	7
05 Bolton Wanderers	75	46	19	18	9	70	52	18
06 Stevenage Borough	75	46	21	12	13	49	46	3
07 Luton Town	74	46	21	11	14	68	56	12
08 Plymouth Argyle	73	46	22	7	17	75	63	12
09 Huddersfield Town	67	46	18	13	15	74	64	10
10 Mansfield Town	65	46	16	17	13	62	50	12
11 Wycombe Wanderers	63	46	17	12	17	69	58	11
12 Reading	63	46	16	15	15	64	60	4
13 Blackpool	60	46	17	9	20	54	65	-11
14 Doncaster Rovers	60	46	17	9	20	50	69	-19
15 Barnsley	59	46	15	14	17	68	73	-5
16 Wigan Athletic	56	46	14	14	18	49	58	-9
17 Burton Albion	54	46	13	15	18	50	60	-10
18 Peterborough United	53	46	15	8	23	64	68	-4
19 AFC Wimbledon	53	46	15	8	23	51	72	-21
20 Leyton Orient	52	46	14	10	22	59	71	-12
21 Exeter City	49	46	12	13	21	52	61	-9
22 Port Vale	42	46	10	12	24	36	61	-25
23 Rotherham United	41	46	10	11	25	41	71	-30
24 Northampton Town	35	46	9	8	29	39	74	-35

Head To Head

18/10/2025 10:00

Bradford City

2 - 2

Barnsley

ENG L1

21/11/2023 15:30

Bradford City

5 - 1

Barnsley

EFL Trophy

12/01/2019 11:00

Barnsley

3 - 0

Bradford City

ENG L1

13/11/2018 15:30

Barnsley

2 - 1

Bradford City

EFL Trophy

11/08/2018 10:00

Bradford City

0 - 2

Barnsley

ENG L1

26/01/2016 15:45

Bradford City

0 - 1

Barnsley

ENG L1

Bradford City

50%

Draw

17%

Barnsley

33%

Barnsley Last 6 matches

14/04/2026 14:45

Port Vale 0 - 0 Barnsley

ENG L1

11/04/2026 10:00

Rotherham United 1 - 3 Barnsley

ENG L1

06/04/2026 10:00

Barnsley 0 - 3 Plymouth Argyle

ENG L1

03/04/2026 10:00

Burton Albion 1 - 1 Barnsley

ENG L1

21/03/2026 11:00

Barnsley 0 - 1 Doncaster Rovers

ENG L1

17/03/2026 16:00

Barnsley 1 - 1 Wigan Athletic

ENG L1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Bradford City

11/04/2026 10:00

Bradford City 0 - 1 Stevenage Borough

ENG L1

06/04/2026 10:00

Wycombe Wanderers 1 - 2 Bradford City

ENG L1

03/04/2026 10:00

Bradford City 1 - 0 Northampton Town

ENG L1

21/03/2026 11:00

Burton Albion 2 - 1 Bradford City

ENG L1

17/03/2026 15:45

Bradford City 1 - 1 Mansfield Town

ENG L1

14/03/2026 11:00

Wigan Athletic 2 - 0 Bradford City

ENG L1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues England League 1

Played games

Barnsley

Bradford City

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.48

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.59

Scored

Avg. per game

1.21

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.10

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 46 matches

YesNo

34 (74%)12 (26%)

In last 46 matches

NoYes

38 (79%)10 (21%)

Barnsley

Recent matches

Bradford City

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Barnsley

Bradford City

Shots

Barnsley

Total shots

11.59 avg / game

Blocked

144 total

Avg. 3.35

Bradford City

Total shots

12.60 avg / game

Blocked

176 total

Avg. 4.09

Barnsley Pass Bradford City

Total passes

18687

Avg. 406 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

16800

Avg. 357 / game

Accurate

66%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Barnsley

Played games

Bradford City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.09

Clean sheets

0.29

4.89

225

Corners

260

5.42

24.93

1147

Throw-ins

1388

28.92

1.70

Offsides

2.06

2.65

122

GK saves

105

2.19

Barnsley

DISCIPLINARY

Bradford City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.04

106

2.21

0.09

0.02

11.26

518

Fouls

574

11.96

9.98

459

Tackles

547

11.40

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How We Build the Barnsley vs Bradford City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Barnsley vs Bradford City on 18 April 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this England League 1 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Barnsley vs Bradford City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Barnsley's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Bradford City's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

England League 1 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live England League 1 standings and the England League 1 form table to understand exactly where Barnsley and Bradford City sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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