Nick Powell scored twice as Bradford City came from behind to beat Newcastle United U21 2-1 in the Football League Trophy. It was a night that turned entirely on one man after the break.
8.9Nick PowellBradford City · Midfielder2 goals · 3 shots8.9Nick PowellBradford City · Midfielder2 goals · 3 shotsBradford City vs Newcastle United U21
First half0 - 1
- 40(Foul)
- 42(A. Cá)
Second half2 - 0
- 61(Foul)
- 66A. Seldon
- 67(Foul)
- 72J. Kouossu
- 77(Foul)
- 81(Time wasting)
- 83(Foul)
- 90 + 1A. Cá(Off the ball foul)
- 90 + 3(Violent conduct)
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Bradford City vs Newcastle United U21?
Bradford City 2-1 Newcastle United U21 (Football League Trophy).
Who scored?
Matheos Ferreira (42', assist Afner Cá) for Newcastle United U21; Nick Powell (59', assist Bobby Pointon) for Bradford City; Nick Powell (71', assist Corey O'Keeffe) for Bradford City.
Was Bradford City's win deserved?
Yes — Bradford City were on top for most of the match.
Were there any red cards in Bradford City vs Newcastle United U21?
Yes — sent off: Johnny Emerson (Newcastle United U21, 90+3').
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Head to Head meetings
Bradford City – Newcastle United U21
Bradford City
Newcastle United U21
- 1
Victories
- 1
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  1 | 0  |
Scored goals | 4 | 3 |
Average per game | 2 | 1.5 |
The biggest victory | 2-1 | 0 |
Form
Bradford City
- 5Matches
- 13Goals
- 2.6Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Newcastle United U21
- 5Matches
- 9Goals
- 1.8Goal per game
- 4Wins
- 1Draws
- 0Losses
Best statistical picks
Bradford City – Newcastle United U21
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Recent form favours Newcastle United U21 to win
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.14 | 7.50 | 11.00 |
◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Bradford City
Bradford City is a strong favourite in the CheckLive calculation: 65.5 vs 40.1 for Newcastle United U21. The biggest edge is in mental resilience (CheckMental 73.2 vs 26.6). CheckLive signal strength 81/100.
Over 3.51.67
High confidence84%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
57.7
36.3
CheckSkill
55.3
49.1
CheckMental
73.2
26.6
CheckLive total65.5 vs 40.1+25.4
More match signals
Home win — Bradford City90%1.14
Bradford City (DNB)89%1.05
Bradford City (−1)95%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the favourite in Bradford City vs Newcastle United U21?
In the CheckLive calculation Bradford City is the favourite: 65.5 vs 40.1. Signal strength 81/100; it is not a win probability.
What is Bradford City's main edge?
Bradford City is strongest in mental resilience: CheckMental 73.2 vs 26.6 for Newcastle United U21. The overall rating gap is 25.4.
How does CheckLive rate the match?
The rating is built on three metrics: form (CheckForm), quality (CheckSkill) and mentality (CheckMental). Their values and the match signals are below.
What does Confidence mean?
Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
What is the correct-score prediction?
CheckLive calculation: 3-1 (Bradford City vs Newcastle United U21, regulation time). Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.14 | 7.50 | 11.00 |