Match report
Bolton Defeats Bradford 1-0 in League One Clash
Bolton
1–0
FT
Bradford
May 9, 2026
Bolton held off Bradford to secure a narrow 1-0 victory in their League One match. A. Cozier-Duberry's goal in the 60th minute was the decisive moment that secured Bolton's win, despite Bradford's best efforts to turn the game around. Key player I. Cissoko was a bright spot for Bolton, contributing to the goal and showing resilience despite picking up a yellow card late in the match.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Bolton 1-0 Bradford
- • Goal: A. Cozier-Duberry (60')
- • Assist: I. Cissoko
- • Yellow Card: Josh Neufville (Bradford, 33')
- • Yellow Card: I. Cissoko (Bolton, 89')
Lineups
Bolton
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Jack Bonham (G)
- 14 Jordi Osei-Tutu (D)
- 18 Eoin Toal (D)
- 3 Chris Forino (D)
- 6 George Johnston (D)
- 8 Josh Sheehan (M)
- 21 Ethan Erhahon (M)
- 19 Amario Cozier-Duberry (M)
- 27 Rúben Rodrigues (M)
- 20 Ibrahim Cissoko (M)
- 48 Mason Burstow (F)
Substitutes
- 4 Xavier Simons
- 10 Sam Dalby
- 45 John McAtee
- 25 Max Conway
- 23 David Harrington
- 29 Cyrus Christie
- 11 Thierry Gale
Bradford
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 1 Sam Walker (G)
- 15 Aden Baldwin (D)
- 4 Joe Wright (D)
- 26 Curtis Tilt (D)
- 7 Josh Neufville (M)
- 21 Jenson Metcalfe (M)
- 6 Max Power (M)
- 3 Ibou Touray (M)
- 32 George Lapslie (F)
- 10 Antoni Sarcevic (F)
- 19 Kayden Jackson (F)
Substitutes
- 17 Tyreik Wright
- 22 Nick Powell
- 25 Joe Hilton
- 18 Ciaran Kelly
- 28 Matthew Pennington
- 11 Stephen Humphrys
- 24 Will Swan
Timeline
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33' Bradford Card · Yellow CardJosh Neufville
Foul
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60' Bolton Goal · Normal GoalA. Cozier-Duberry · Assist: I. Cissoko
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67' Bradford subst · Substitution 1Off: G. Lapslie · On: T. Wright
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71' Bolton subst · Substitution 1Off: E. Erhahon · On: Xavier Simons
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80' Bradford subst · Substitution 2Off: Kayden Jackson · On: N. Powell
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81' Bolton subst · Substitution 2Off: R. Rodrigues · On: John McAtee
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81' Bolton subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Burstow · On: S. Dalby
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89' Bolton Card · Yellow CardI. Cissoko
Diving
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90'+5 Bolton subst · Substitution 4Off: I. Cissoko · On: M. Conway
Match Stats
| Stat | Bolton | Bradford |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 83% | 58% |
| Offsides | 1 | 4 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 4 |
| Corners | 5 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 509 | 248 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 1 | 0 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 3 |
| Possession | 67% | 33% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 421 | 145 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 3 |
| Saves | — | — |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 1 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Bolton took the lead in the 60th minute through A. Cozier-Duberry's goal, which was crucial in maintaining pressure on Bradford.
- ▸ I. Cissoko's yellow card in the 89th minute could have been a turning point, but Bolton managed to hold on to their lead despite the setback.