Bradford - Mansfield

Bradford City return to The University of Bradford Stadium on 5 September 2026 looking to halt a slide that has seen them drop consecutive League One fixtures. After a promising start to the campaign, including a narrow victory over Sheffield Wednesday, the hosts have struggled to find the net in recent outings. They face a Mansfield Town side experiencing their own volatility, as the visitors arrive following a heavy defeat to Reading just days after putting five past Luton Town in an emphatic display of attacking football.

This matchday 5 encounter marks the latest chapter in a series of meetings between the two clubs. Their most recent League One clash on 17 March 2026 ended in a 1-1 stalemate, reflecting the competitive nature of their recent history. With both sides desperate to regain momentum, the pressure is on to find consistency in a division that has proven unforgiving throughout the opening weeks of the season.