Bradford's compact back three has protected the goalmouth under Duff even when opponents have entered the final third. Peterborough have found width and corners under Savage, but their recent final touch has lagged behind that supply. Bradford's own attack has also struggled to turn wingback advances into clean finishes. Each side therefore has a clear route to territory without a reliable route to a goal.
Oxford managed 15 attempts against Bradford but put only two on target, while Bradford have scored twice in Duff's four games. Peterborough took 18 shots and 14 corners at Bromley, yet only two shots reached the target. Ormerod's Barnsley cup goals show a real box threat, so the contest is about whether he receives the next delivery cleanly rather than how often Peterborough reach the wing.
Bradford's Neufville and Wright missed Oxford, and Humphrys also missed out with a reported back problem. Peterborough's Leonard played at Bromley but is suspended for this cup tie; Garbett and Feeney are possible returns rather than confirmed starters. Bradford can keep the centre crowded, and Peterborough's recent pressure has too often ended without a shot at the keeper. That's why I'm siding with a match in which at least one team does not score.
