Bradford and Exeter City prepare for a battle at Valley Parade on November 29, 2025. Exeter, with a stronger recent away record, aims to leverage their solid defensive organization, while Bradford hopes to exploit home advantage. Tactical setups suggest a cautious, tightly contested fixture.
Check out our complete thoughts below.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
A safe choice is Exeter City on the draw or win with a -3.5 goal handicap, reflecting their superior recent form and competitive edge.
Given the defensive resilience of Exeter and Bradford's scoring struggles, expect a game that mostly stays under 3.5 goals.
Exeter City are likely to be cautious early on, potentially leading at halftime, with the game leaning towards a tight second half.
Both teams have shown inconsistency in scoring, but Exeter's recent away form and Bradford's defensive vulnerabilities suggest BTTS (Both Teams To Score) might be worth a consideration.
The match on November 29, 2025, is expected to favor Exeter City, who may secure at least a draw in a low-scoring affair, as both teams exhibit solid defensive tendencies and limited offensive production. Exeter's recent away form gives them the edge.
Exeter City has dominated recent encounters with Bradford, winning 85% of their last 20 meetings, including notable away victories and tight battles.
No significant injuries or suspensions are reported for either Bradford or Exeter City, allowing both teams to field their preferred starting lineups.
Bradford is expected to lineup in a 3-4-2-1 formation, emphasizing defensive stability and quick counter attacks. Exeter City likely to use a flexible 3-4-2-1 or 3-4-3 setup, focusing on midfield control and swift transitions.
Exeter City's form has been more consistent recently, with notable away wins and improved defensive resilience, whereas Bradford has displayed fluctuating results, mainly struggling defensively but maintaining some offensive potential.
See below all the main information for this match.
Bradford has shown inconsistent form, with recent results mixed but struggling defensively, conceding an average of 1 goal per game. Exeter City, on the other hand, displays a slightly more solid defensive record and better recent form, giving them the edge in this match.
Based on recent performances and statistical metrics, Exeter City is slightly favored to win or draw against Bradford. The match is predicted to be low-scoring, with the probability leaning toward under 3.5 goals as Exeter's defense is more reliable and Bradford's attack less prolific.
Bradford's attacking options include G. Lapslie and S. Humphrys who can pose a threat, but their form indicates difficulty in breaking down Exeter's organized defense. Exeter's attacking midfielders like R. Cole and J. Aitchison could be decisive, especially given Exeter's recent away form.
The match is expected to be tactical, with Exeter City likely to adopt a compact, counter-attacking strategy, relying on swift transitions to catch Bradford off-guard. Bradford might set up more defensively, focusing on maintaining shape, which could limit attack openings but also reduce goal chances.
First League
Premier League
