📅 Saturday, 12th October 2024
🕒 Kick-off: 3:00 PM
🏟️ Horsfall Community Stadium
📍 BD6 2NG
Bradford (Park Avenue) return to the Horsfall Community Stadium tomorrow afternoon, hosting Sheffield FC in what promises to be another exciting Northern Premier League clash. Craig Elliott’s men come into this fixture riding high on a run of four consecutive wins, including a dominant 3-0 victory away to Stocksbridge Park Steels midweek. Currently 8th in the table with 16 points, Avenue will look to keep their excellent form going as they take on a Sheffield FC side that sits 21st with just 5 points.
Recent Form:
Bradford (Park Avenue) have been outstanding in recent weeks, securing back-to-back clean sheets and showcasing attacking power in front of goal. Key performances have come from Myles La Bastide, who scored two goals against Stocksbridge, and Paddy Sykes, who netted his second league goal of the season in that same match. Earlier in the week, Connor Shanks delivered a spectacular volley in a 1-0 win over Garforth Town, highlighting his contribution to the team’s success.
In late September, Avenue also defeated Heaton Stannington 2-0, with Jack Normanton and Connor Shanks finding the net early in the first half. Normanton, making his league debut that day, has continued to impress with his goal-scoring ability.
Sheffield FC:
Sheffield FC have struggled to find consistency this season, with only one win to their name. However, as the world’s oldest football club, they are always up for a fight and will be looking to pull off an upset against an in-form Bradford side. Avenue must be wary of Sheffield’s ability to grind out results when it matters most.
Players to Watch:
- Myles La Bastide: Coming off a two-goal performance against Stocksbridge, La Bastide has emerged as a key player for Avenue and will be eager to add to his tally.
- Paddy Sykes: After scoring his 2nd league goal on Wednesday, Sykes’ presence up front will be crucial in tomorrow’s fixture.
- Jack Normanton: After his early goal against Heaton Stannington, Normanton continues to pose a significant threat going forward, having settled well into Craig Elliott’s side.
- Connor Shanks: Shanks has been consistent in front of goal, and his game-winning volley against Garforth Town could inspire more magic in tomorrow’s match.
- Mark Beevers: The experienced defender has anchored Avenue’s backline and will be looking to guide the team to a third consecutive clean sheet.
League Standings:
- Bradford (Park Avenue): 8th place, 16 points, +4 goal difference.
- Sheffield FC: 21st place, 5 points, -6 goal difference.
Bradford will be looking to exploit Sheffield’s defensive vulnerabilities while continuing their own run of clean sheets. The Horsfall faithful will be in full voice, expecting another strong performance from Craig Elliott’s new-look squad.
Ticket Information:
- £13 Adults
- £10 Concessions
- £5 Students, Armed Forces & Blue Light Cardholders
- £3 Youths (12-17)
- £1 Juniors (U12s)
Join us at Horsfall Community Stadium tomorrow to cheer on the Green Army and enjoy some of our world-famous chips. With momentum on their side, Bradford (Park Avenue) will be aiming for a fifth consecutive win and another climb up the table!