Port Vale vs Bradford City

Expert Analysis: Port Vale vs Bradford City

The upcoming football match between Port Vale and Bradford City, scheduled for December 9, 2025, at 19:45, presents intriguing betting opportunities. Both teams have displayed mixed performances in recent fixtures, which makes the betting landscape particularly fascinating. With an average total goal count of 2.40 and both teams conceding around 2.41 goals on average, the match is expected to be competitive and potentially high-scoring.

Betting Predictions

• Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 82.30 – Given the defensive strategies often employed by both teams at the start of matches, this outcome appears likely.
• Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 80.20 – Port Vale’s initial half performance has been conservative, making this a strong bet.
• Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 79.20 – Continuation of defensive play from Port Vale could lead to another scoreless half.
• Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 73.10 – The likelihood of a low-scoring second half remains significant.
• Under 4.5 Cards: 66.50 – Discipline has been a focus for both teams, suggesting fewer bookings than usual.
• Under 5.5 Cards: 65.30 – A further reduction in cards indicates disciplined gameplay.
• Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 69.50 – Bradford City’s initial half struggles make this a viable option.
• Over 1.5 Goals: 59.00 – Despite defensive tendencies, the potential for more than one goal is present.
• Draw In First Half: 62.10 – Early stalemate is plausible given both teams’ cautious approaches.
• Both Teams To Score: 57.00 – With an average goal tally over two per game, both teams finding the net is a reasonable expectation.
• Under 2.5 Goals: 55.70 – The likelihood of a low-scoring affair remains high due to defensive setups.
• Under 0.5 Goals HT: 55.90 – A goalless first half aligns with historical patterns of caution in initial periods.
• Yellow Cards: Expected around: 3.84 – This suggests that while there might be some bookings, they won’t heavily influence the game.
• Away Team To Score In 2nd Half: 58.60 – Bradford City may find opportunities to break the deadlock as the game progresses into the second half.

The predictions reflect an analysis based on historical performance data and current team dynamics, offering a comprehensive overview for bettors considering their options in this matchup.