Reading 1-1 Bradford City: Player Ratings

A player-rating review of Reading’s 1-1 draw against Bradford City focuses on how Reading struggled early but avoided major trouble afterward. The analysis notes Reading’s goalkeeper wasn’t involved in much of the rest of the first half after conceding the opening goal, with the key save arriving in the 73rd minute to protect the near post with his legs. It highlights Udoka Godwin-Malife being caught out by a quick right-side pass that led to the cross and Bradford’s first-half goal. Paudie O’Connor is criticized for failing to block the fast cross before Bradford’s opener, though the report says he was largely untroubled later and remained a threat from set pieces. Benn Ward receives attention for losing his man on a header leading to the goal. The piece praises Haydon Roberts’ early run and defensive work, while noting a fade after halftime.