History of the Southend United v Bradford City fixture
Southend United prepare to entertain Bradford City at Roots Hall on Friday evening, aiming to preserve their record of never having lost at home to the visitors. The Shrimpers have won and drawn 7 times in this fixture.
The most recent encounter between these two sides at Roots Hall was less than a year ago, in April 2011, as they swept to an impressive 4-0 win in a League Two match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010/2011 | Fri 15 Apr | Southend Utd. | 4-0 | Bradford City | League Two |
| 2010/2011 | Fri 27 Aug | Bradford City | 0 - 2 | Southend Utd. | League Two |
| 2005/2006 | Sat 10 Dec | Southend Utd. | 1 - 1 | Bradford City | League One |
| 2005/2006 | Tue 09 Aug | Bradford City | 0 - 2 | Southend Utd. | League One |
| 1996/1997 | Sat 12 Apr | Southend Utd. | 1 - 1 | Bradford City | League Division One |
| 1996/1997 | Sat 05 Oct | Bradford City | 0 - 0 | Southend Utd. | League Division One |
| 1990/1991 | Sat 06 Apr | Bradford City | 2 - 1 | Southend Utd. | Third Division |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Southend United have been playing quite well at home, winning 3, drawing 2, and losing just 1. A total of 10 goals have been scored by the Shrimpers in those games, with 6 conceded.
The away form of Bradford City is pretty dire, attaining just 3 draws from the previous six away games. Bantams have conceded 6 goals in these games, and only hit 1 in reply.
Southend United are currently occupying 2nd spot in their division, gaining 42 points from their 20 games.
Bradford City are hovering perilously just above the relegation zone, with 16 points from 20 matches.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southend United | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 5 |
| Bradford City | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
The Analyst's prediction ...
The match against Bradford City is certainly an interesting one with me deciding its going to end up with a victory for the Shrimpers in a close run game. Home Win
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Southend United | Failed to win in previous 3 home matches. Latest 3 games ended in defeat. Not won in the 5 most recent games. |
| Bradford City | Not won in previous 17 away matches. No win in the 2 most recent games. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here