Played: final score 0–0. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Burton Albion are at home to Bradford on 20 October 2026 · 19:45 at Pirelli Stadium (Burton upon Trent). Our favourites are Bradford (53%). Further down: our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and our analysis of the match.
Burton Albion vs Bradford: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Burton Albion are 15th with 17 points after 14 matches (4W 5D 5L), whereas Bradford are 7th with 22 points (6W 4D 3L).
What to expect
Bradford should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 1–2, about 3 goals combined, and 1–1 (11.4%) is the single most probable outcome. We think the teams are evenly matched.
Our tip for goals is Both teams to score (odds 1.80), and our probability for it is 52%. We estimate both teams scoring at 52% and over 2.5 goals at 51%.
Prediction: key points
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 51%.
- Absent: Burton Albion 0, Bradford 0.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: yes
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: yes (probability 52%, best available odds 1.80). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Burton Albion are missing: no absences. Bradford are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Burton Albion vs Bradford: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 4.95 | 3.75 | 1.91 |
| Market average | 4.54 | 3.60 | 1.75 |
| Lowest odds | 3.47 | 3.16 | 1.71 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.28 | 1.26 | 73.6% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.96 | 1.86 | 50.7% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1.98 | 1.91 | 49.3% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.20 | 3.00 | 30.8% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.80 | 1.78 | 52.3% |
| BTTS – no | 2.10 | 1.95 | 47.7% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 20/10/26, 18:00. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 7.1%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Burton Albion 1–1 Bradford, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Burton Albion 15th (17 points), Bradford 7th (22 points).
- Absences: Burton Albion 0, Bradford 0.
Who will win Burton Albion vs Bradford?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Burton Albion vs Bradford: who is missing
Burton Albion
- No reported absences
Bradford
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Burton Albion vs Bradford: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 8-4-1 | 27:11 | 28 | |
| 2 | 14 | 8-2-4 | 26:14 | 26 | |
| 3 | 12 | 6-5-1 | 20:11 | 23 | |
| 4 | 13 | 7-2-4 | 26:20 | 23 | |
| 5 | 14 | 7-2-5 | 21:19 | 23 | |
| 6 | 13 | 6-4-3 | 25:13 | 22 | |
| 7 | 13 | 6-4-3 | 10:8 | 22 | |
| 8 | 14 | 5-6-3 | 21:21 | 21 | |
| 9 | 13 | 5-5-3 | 22:14 | 20 | |
| 10 | 13 | 5-4-4 | 22:19 | 19 | |
| 11 | 13 | 4-6-3 | 22:20 | 18 | |
| 12 | 12 | 5-3-4 | 20:18 | 18 | |
| 13 | 13 | 4-6-3 | 21:23 | 18 | |
| 14 | 13 | 5-2-6 | 19:14 | 17 | |
| 15 | 14 | 4-5-5 | 18:21 | 17 | |
| 16 | 12 | 4-4-4 | 17:13 | 16 | |
| 17 | 12 | 3-5-4 | 13:14 | 14 | |
| 18 | 13 | 3-4-6 | 9:21 | 13 | |
| 19 | 12 | 3-3-6 | 17:21 | 12 | |
| 20 | 13 | 3-3-7 | 14:22 | 12 | |
| 21 | 13 | 3-1-9 | 11:22 | 10 | |
| 22 | 13 | 2-4-7 | 11:23 | 10 | |
| 23 | 12 | 2-3-7 | 12:22 | 9 | |
| 24 | 13 | 2-3-8 | 13:33 | 9 |
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Burton Albion vs Bradford: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Burton Albion vs Bradford?
Our result tip is Bradford to win (odds 1.91), and our goals tip is Both teams to score (odds 1.80). The safer pick is Draw or Bradford (X2).
Who will win Burton Albion vs Bradford?
Our probabilities: Burton Albion to win 21%, a draw 26%, Bradford to win 53%.
What time and where is kick-off?
20 October 2026, kick-off at 19:45, at Pirelli Stadium, Burton upon Trent.
Who will be missing?
Burton Albion: no absences. Bradford: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 51% (odds 1.96); under 2.5 goals is at 49% (odds 1.98).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 52% probability (odds 1.80).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–1 (11.4%); after that come 0–1 (11.4%) and 1–2 (9.7%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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