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If you’re searching for a smart Plymouth vs Bradford City prediction, you’re in the right place. This League One match, set for December 6, 2025, at 12:30 GMT, brings together two teams with very different stories this season. Whether you’re a seasoned sports betting fan or just starting out, we’ll break down the head to head, betting odds, and tips to help you make the best choices.
Let’s start with the basics. Plymouth Argyle, known simply as Plymouth to most fans, are having a tough time in League One. They sit 23rd in the table, and their recent form has been, well, forgettable. The Pilgrims have lost 11 of their 17 matches, including a painful 3-0 defeat at home to Northampton Town. Fans are starting to question head coach Tom Cleverley, but the club’s board is standing by him—at least for now.
To make matters worse, Plymouth’s top scorer Lorent Tolaj is suspended for this match after a red card in the last game. With 8 goals this season, his absence leaves a big hole up front. There’s also some uncertainty about defender Brendan Galloway. The club is negotiating with ZIFA to keep him around for this game before he joins his national team for AFCON. All in all, Plymouth are short on firepower and facing a real test of character.
On the other side, Bradford City are flying high in 3rd place. The Bantams, as they’re affectionately called, are full of confidence. Goalkeeper Sam Walker has kept two clean sheets in a row and is feeling positive about December, drawing on memories of a previous promotion push. Bradford also had a weekend off recently, giving their squad a chance to recharge. But it’s not all rosy—Xavier Simons and Thierry Gale are both suspended, so the midfield will need to shuffle.
Looking at the head to head, these sides have shared some tight games in the past, and the bookies expect another close one. Here’s how the betting odds stack up:
Given the odds, Bradford are slight favorites, but not by much. That’s probably down to Plymouth’s home advantage and the fact that both teams have pulled off surprise wins on the road this year. Still, with Tolaj missing, Plymouth’s attack looks a bit toothless.
Now, let’s get nerdy with our Plymouth vs Bradford City prediction. Our AI models have crunched the numbers, and here’s what we’re seeing:
Why under 3.5 goals? Both teams are expected to play it safe. Plymouth, missing their top scorer, will likely sit deep and try to frustrate Bradford. Bradford, missing two key midfielders, might not have the creativity to break down a packed defense. The stats back this up:
So, if you’re looking for value, the under 3.5 goals market is a solid pick. The odds aren’t huge, but the confidence is high. If you want to take a bit more risk, a draw at 3.45 looks tempting, especially with both teams missing key players and likely to cancel each other out.
In short, this looks set to be a tight, tactical battle with few goals. Both teams have reasons to play cautiously, and the stats point to a low-scoring draw. For sports betting fans, under 3.5 goals is the safest bet, while the draw offers a bit more excitement at higher odds. That’s our Plymouth vs Bradford City prediction—good luck, and remember, sometimes the best bet is the one you don’t make!
If you’re searching for a smart Plymouth vs Bradford City prediction, you’re in the right place. This League One match, set for December 6, 2025, at 12:30 GMT, brings together two teams with very different stories this season. Whether you’re a seasoned sports betting fan or just starting out, we’ll break down the head to head, betting odds, and tips to help you make the best choices.
Let’s start with the basics. Plymouth Argyle, known simply as Plymouth to most fans, are having a tough time in League One. They sit 23rd in the table, and their recent form has been, well, forgettable. The Pilgrims have lost 11 of their 17 matches, including a painful 3-0 defeat at home to Northampton Town. Fans are starting to question head coach Tom Cleverley, but the club’s board is standing by him—at least for now.
To make matters worse, Plymouth’s top scorer Lorent Tolaj is suspended for this match after a red card in the last game. With 8 goals this season, his absence leaves a big hole up front. There’s also some uncertainty about defender Brendan Galloway. The club is negotiating with ZIFA to keep him around for this game before he joins his national team for AFCON. All in all, Plymouth are short on firepower and facing a real test of character.
On the other side, Bradford City are flying high in 3rd place. The Bantams, as they’re affectionately called, are full of confidence. Goalkeeper Sam Walker has kept two clean sheets in a row and is feeling positive about December, drawing on memories of a previous promotion push. Bradford also had a weekend off recently, giving their squad a chance to recharge. But it’s not all rosy—Xavier Simons and Thierry Gale are both suspended, so the midfield will need to shuffle.
Looking at the head to head, these sides have shared some tight games in the past, and the bookies expect another close one. Here’s how the betting odds stack up:
Given the odds, Bradford are slight favorites, but not by much. That’s probably down to Plymouth’s home advantage and the fact that both teams have pulled off surprise wins on the road this year. Still, with Tolaj missing, Plymouth’s attack looks a bit toothless.
Now, let’s get nerdy with our Plymouth vs Bradford City prediction. Our AI models have crunched the numbers, and here’s what we’re seeing:
Why under 3.5 goals? Both teams are expected to play it safe. Plymouth, missing their top scorer, will likely sit deep and try to frustrate Bradford. Bradford, missing two key midfielders, might not have the creativity to break down a packed defense. The stats back this up:
So, if you’re looking for value, the under 3.5 goals market is a solid pick. The odds aren’t huge, but the confidence is high. If you want to take a bit more risk, a draw at 3.45 looks tempting, especially with both teams missing key players and likely to cancel each other out.
In short, this looks set to be a tight, tactical battle with few goals. Both teams have reasons to play cautiously, and the stats point to a low-scoring draw. For sports betting fans, under 3.5 goals is the safest bet, while the draw offers a bit more excitement at higher odds. That’s our Plymouth vs Bradford City prediction—good luck, and remember, sometimes the best bet is the one you don’t make!
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U3.5 -263
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -263X 245
The match is expected to end in a drawUnder 3.5 -263
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -152
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&U4.5 -139
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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4
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3
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Bradford City |
29-Feb-20
2:1
| Plymouth ![]() |
Plymouth |
23-Nov-19
2:1
| Bradford City ![]() |
Bradford City |
16-Feb-19
0:0
| Plymouth ![]() |
Plymouth |
08-Dec-18
3:3
| Bradford City ![]() |
Plymouth |
24-Feb-18
1:0
| Bradford City ![]() |
Bradford City |
02-Dec-17
3:1
| Plymouth ![]() |
Bradford City |
11-Nov-17
0:1
| Plymouth ![]() |
Plymouth |
12-Mar-13
0:0
| Bradford City ![]() |
Bradford City |
20-Nov-12
1:0
| Plymouth ![]() |
| 14 Mar |
Reading
| - |
Plymouth
| - | |
| 10 Mar | W |
Wigan
| 0 |
Plymouth
| 3 |
| 14 Mar | Wigan |
- | Bradford City |
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| 11 Mar | W | Port Vale |
0 | Bradford City |
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England - League One| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lincoln | 36 | 66-31 | 77 |
| 2 |
Cardiff | 36 | 69-39 | 73 |
| 3 |
Bolton | 36 | 53-36 | 64 |
| 4 |
Bradford | 36 | 47-39 | 64 |
| 5 |
Stockport | 34 | 47-43 | 56 |
| 6 |
Huddersfield | 36 | 56-46 | 55 |
| 7 |
Reading | 36 | 53-47 | 54 |
| 8 |
Stevenage | 35 | 39-37 | 54 |
| 9 |
Wycombe | 36 | 52-39 | 53 |
| 10 |
Plymouth | 36 | 54-51 | 52 |
| 11 |
AFC Wimbledon | 35 | 46-49 | 49 |
| 12 |
Luton | 36 | 46-45 | 48 |
| 13 |
Barnsley | 34 | 56-56 | 48 |
| 14 |
Peterborough | 35 | 50-49 | 46 |
| 15 |
Mansfield Town | 34 | 40-37 | 44 |
| 16 |
Exeter City | 36 | 40-43 | 42 |
| 17 |
Burton Albion | 36 | 39-51 | 40 |
| 18 |
Doncaster | 35 | 38-58 | 40 |
| 19 |
Leyton Orient | 35 | 47-59 | 39 |
| 20 |
Wigan | 35 | 36-50 | 38 |
| 21 |
Blackpool | 36 | 42-59 | 38 |
| 22 |
Rotherham | 35 | 33-48 | 35 |
| 23 |
Northampton | 36 | 31-48 | 35 |
| 24 |
Port Vale | 33 | 26-46 | 27 |