Bradford City are making waves in League One with a promising start to the season, sitting second in the table after eight games. The club's fans have been having fun on social media, with a viral trend of 'You've just been pecked by the chickens' that has been adopted by other teams, including Grimsby Town. Billy Sharp, the veteran Doncaster Rovers striker, even got in on the act, celebrating his goal against City by mimicking the actions of a chicken. Bradford City's success on the pitch is matched by their success off it, with a record 16,064 season ticket sales and an expected turnover of £12m-£13m this season. The club's commercial and sponsorship income is also on the rise, with an estimated £2.1million expected this season. Graham Alexander's side has been impressive, blowing away expensively-assembled visitors like Huddersfield Town in the league. The team's trip to Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup third round will be a reminder of the heady days when the West Yorkshire side visited venues like St James' Park every other week as a top-flight club. Mike Harrison, editor of the City Gent fanzine, says the trip to Newcastle will be a tremendous evening for everyone. Bradford City paid a big price for their two years in the Premier League, with relegation in 2001 costing the club more than their Premier League status. However, things are now moving in the right direction again, with the club back on the up after last season's promotion. The feel-good factor is most tangible at Valley Parade, where a crowd of 24,075 watched the first derby clash in the league against Yorkshire neighbours Huddersfield Town in 18 years. Bradford City's fans are excited for the future, with the team's success on and off the pitch giving them plenty to cheer about. The club's social media trend may have started as a bit of fun, but it has become a symbol of the team's resurgence and their fans' passion. As the season continues, Bradford City will look to build on their strong start and make a push for promotion to the Championship.