A Rivalry Born of Geography and History
Bradford City's rivalry with Burnley is a peculiar one, born of the club's location in West Yorkshire and the surrounding area's strong affinity for the Lancashire club. Despite being a significant distance from Valley Parade, Burnley has a strong following in the region, with many fans living in the nearby towns of Skipton and Keighley.
A History of Intense Rivalry
The two teams have a long history of intense rivalry, dating back to the 1990s when City and Burnley were both competing in the top two divisions. During this period, the two teams had a series of intense matches, with City eventually overtaking Burnley as a top-two division mainstay. However, in 2001, City were relegated from the Premier League, while Burnley were promoted to Division One, marking the beginning of a new era in the rivalry.
A Turning Point in the Rivalry
The 2003/04 season was a turning point in the rivalry, with City and Burnley meeting in a crucial match at Valley Parade. The game was marked by controversy, with City's Danny Cadamarteri being sent off for a perceived elbow on Burnley's Dean West. The match ended in a 2-1 win for Burnley, with City's Ian Moore scoring a late equalizer that was ultimately ruled out.
A Legacy of Rivalry
Since that day, City and Burnley have inhabited different worlds, with the two teams rarely meeting in competitive matches. However, the rivalry remains strong, with many fans still holding a grudge against each other. In recent years, the rivalry has been rekindled, with City and Burnley meeting in the FA Cup. The upcoming match between the two teams is expected to be a closely contested affair, with both teams eager to claim victory.
What Comes Next?
As Bradford City looks to the future, the rivalry with Burnley remains a significant aspect of the club's history. With the two teams set to meet in the upcoming FA Cup match, fans can expect a closely contested and intense affair. Whether City can pull off an upset remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - the rivalry between the two teams will continue to be a defining aspect of the club's identity.
Recent Form
Ahead of the upcoming match, Bradford City has been struggling, with a recent run of four consecutive losses. However, the team has shown signs of improvement, with a 1-0 win over Bolton in the previous match. With a strong squad and a determined manager, City is looking to turn their form around and claim victory against Burnley.
League Standing
As of the end of the 2025 season, Bradford City finished 4th in League One, with 77 points from 46 games. The team's recent form has been a concern, with a string of losses in the last few matches. However, with a strong squad and a determined manager, City is looking to turn their form around and claim victory against Burnley.
Goals Scored and Conceded
This season, Bradford City has scored 58 goals and conceded 51, with a goal difference of +7. While the team has shown signs of improvement, they still have a long way to go to catch up with the leaders in the league.
Title Race
With 26 points behind the leaders, Lincoln, Bradford City is still in with a chance of winning the title. However, with a strong run of form and a determined manager, City is looking to close the gap and claim the championship.
Last Result
In the last match, Bradford City lost 0-1 to Bolton, with a recent run of four consecutive losses. However, the team has shown signs of improvement, with a strong squad and a determined manager.
Recent Form (Last 5)
Bradford City's recent form has been a concern, with a string of losses in the last few matches. However, with a strong squad and a determined manager, City is looking to turn their form around and claim victory against Burnley. The team's recent form is as follows: 1W-0D-4L (LLLLW, most recent first).
