MATCH PREVIEW: Bradford City (A)

Bantams return to Valley Parade for the first-time since 2019

The Bantams have not played at their home ground since March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bradford are currently 12th in League Two, while Exeter are 15th.

The two sides have met twice in the past year, with Bradford winning one and Exeter winning the other.

Bradford will be without defender Paudie O'Connor, who is suspended.

Exeter will be without midfielder Archie Collins, who is injured.

"We're looking forward to getting back to Valley Parade," said Bradford manager Stuart McCall.

"It's been a long time coming and we're hoping to put on a good show for our fans."

"We know Exeter are a good side, but we're confident we can get a result."

"We're looking forward to the challenge," said Exeter manager Matt Taylor.

"Bradford are a good side and they'll be tough to beat at home."

"But we're confident we can get a result if we play to our potential."

This is a tough game to predict, but Bradford will be confident of getting a result at home.

The Bantams have a good record against Exeter and they will be looking to make a winning return to Valley Parade.

However, Exeter are a good side and they will be no pushovers.

I think this game will be a close-fought affair, but I'm going to go for a 2-1 win for Bradford.