Match proudly sponsored by The Walkie Talkies – 60+ Only, email Gerry Sutcliffe at gerrysut@icloud.com for more info!
Bradford (Park Avenue) return to Horsfall Community Stadium tomorrow, on Tuesday 3 February for a rearranged Northern Premier League East Division fixture, welcoming high-flying Matlock Town to BD6.
With the business end of the season approaching, this one comes with plenty on the line. Avenue go into the night in 5th place on 47 points from 28 games, while Matlock sit 2nd with 58 points from 27. A home win would move Avenue level on points with 4th-placed Dunston (50) and keep the pressure on the teams above in the play-off places.
Avenue’s recent form has been steady, taking five points from the last three matches. The goalless spells have been limited, with a strong 4-0 win at Ashington followed by back-to-back draws: 2-2 at home to Bridlington Town and 1-1 away at North Ferriby. Across the last six league matches, Avenue have recorded two wins, two draws and two defeats, showing the ability to respond well after setbacks.
Matlock arrive in outstanding shape and firmly in the promotion picture. Their recent results underline the challenge: wins at Hallam (2-1), at home to Blyth Spartans (1-0), and a 3-2 victory over Bridlington Town. Over their last six matches, they’ve won five and lost one, collecting 15 points in that spell. They’ll be looking to maintain momentum and apply pressure at the top of the table.
For Avenue, nights under the lights at Horsfall can be decisive, and the backing of the Green Army will be key against one of the division’s strongest sides. With both teams carrying good recent form, it’s set up to be a competitive, high-tempo contest.
Match details
Tuesday 3 February 2026 | 7:45pm
Horsfall Community Stadium, BD6 2NG
Bradford (Park Avenue) vs Matlock Town
Matchday Sponsor – Yorkshire Walkie Talkies!
We’re proud to be sponsored for Tuesday night’s match by The Walkie Talkies – a brilliant Over 60s football and walking group with deep roots at Avenue. Many of the group went to junior and senior school together, played football together, and have supported Avenue since childhood. Now mostly in their seventies, they still keep active through walking football and regular walks, while also raising money for local charities.
The Walkie Talkies are open to Over 60s only. If you’d like to get involved, email Gerry Sutcliffe at gerrysut@icloud.com for more information.
Tickets
Buy online here: https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=162803
Prices:
£10 Adults/Concessions
£5 Students/Blue Light/Forces
£3 Youth (12–17)
£1 Juniors (U12s)
Hospitality
Hospitality is available at £15 per person.