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Bradford Edges Out Peterborough in Hard-Fought Match
Bradford, England – In a match filled with intensity and excitement, Bradford secured an important home victory against Peterborough at Valley Parade. The game, corresponding to matchday 32 of League One, ended with a score favorable to the home team, reflecting their greater ball possession and effectiveness in front of the opposing goal.
Bradford controlled 55% of the possession, generating a total of 28 shots, of which 10 were on target and 9 went wide. The home offensive found its reward early on, with a goal from B. Pointon in the 5th minute, thanks to a well-constructed play without a direct assist. In the second half, K. Jackson extended the lead in the 50th minute with a goal assisted by J. Neufville.
Peterborough, while having 45% possession, failed to capitalize on their opportunities, taking only 4 shots, of which only 2 were on target. The visiting team battled in midfield, but Bradford’s defense remained solid, preventing Peterborough from mounting a comeback.
Referee S. Allison had a busy afternoon, showing a total of six yellow cards, three to each team. Bradford committed 11 fouls, while Peterborough committed 7. The match was characterized by its intensity and the constant struggle for ball control.
Substitutions peterborough: at minute 46 J. Morgan came in and L. Mendonca went out., at minute 62 H. Leonard came in and O. Aderoju went out., at minute 62 C. Hayes came in and D. Frith went out., at minute 83 B. Khela came in and D. O’Brien-Brady went out.
Substitutions bradford: at minute 48 I. Touray came in and M. Pennington went out., at minute 72 K. Jackson came in and E. Wheatley went out., at minute 72 A. Sarcevic came in and L. Evans went out., at minute 90 M. Power came in and H. Ashby went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Bradford
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