Bradford City secured a 2-0 win over Rochdale to progress to the Carabao Cup second round. The win sees Bradford City continue their strong form, with 58 goals scored and 51 conceded this season. They currently sit 4th in League One, 77 points from 46 games, with recent form reading WDDDL.
What happened?
Bradford City took the lead in added time at the end of the first half when Will Swan took advantage of a poor backpass from visiting captain Ethan Ebanks-Landell. The home side increased the lead in the 67th minute, with Aden Baldwin heading home from a Callum Connolly corner.
Why it matters for Bradford City
The win is a significant boost for Bradford City, who are currently 26 points behind leaders Lincoln in the title race. The team's strong form in the Carabao Cup will give them confidence ahead of their next match.
What comes next?
Bradford City will look to build on their Carabao Cup progress as they face Rochdale in the second round. The team will be eager to continue their strong form and make a push for the top of the table.
