Bradford (Park Avenue) Secure FA Cup Progress with Mossley Win

Avenue advance to First Round Qualifying after 4-0 victory

Bradford (Park Avenue) have progressed to the First Round Qualifying of The Emirates FA Cup following a 4-0 win against Mossley AFC at Seel Park. The match saw early goals and a strong defensive performance from Avenue, who wore a distinctive kit combination to avoid a clash with the hosts.

Match Summary

Bradford (Park Avenue) started the match strongly, dominating possession and showing fluid movement. They took the lead within the first 15 minutes with two quick goals in the first half. Charlie Winfield opened the scoring in the 10th minute, capitalising on a rebound after a shot from Marcus Carver was saved by Mossley’s goalkeeper Fin Madigan. Five minutes later, defender Scott Duxbury scored a solo goal, cutting inside from the left and striking a powerful shot into the top corner from the edge of the penalty area.

Mossley responded and pressed Bradford’s defence, earning a penalty after winger Campbell was fouled inside the six-yard box. Mason Fawns took the spot-kick but struck the crossbar. The ball rebounded to him, and despite a save attempt by Bradford’s goalkeeper Dec Lambton, the ball crossed the line. However, the goal was disallowed following protests from Bradford players and consultation with the linesman, who confirmed a double touch infringement.

Second Half and Final Goals

After the break, Bradford extended their lead. Captain Jameel Ible delivered a precise ball into the area, which Carver nodded on to Robbie Fox. Fox scored his first goal for the club by slotting the ball between the goalkeeper’s legs in the 49th minute. Later, substitute Adam Haw intercepted a pass near the penalty area and provided an assist for Carver, who scored his third goal of the campaign in the 63rd minute, sealing the 4-0 victory.

Team and Match Details

• Bradford (Park Avenue) line-up: Dec Lambton; Hassan-Smith, Scott Duxbury (replaced by Chorlton 65′), Abbott (Shanks 40′), Misambo; Jameel Ible (captain), Winfield, Ekpolo; Carver (Thompson 69′), Parkin (Andreucci 58′), Fox (Haw 66′).
• Goalscorers: Winfield (10′), Duxbury (15′), Fox (49′), Carver (63′).
• Referee: Martin Flynn.
• Attendance: 456.

Additional Notes

Bradford (Park Avenue) wore a unique combination of red, amber and black shirts with green shorts and socks to avoid a kit clash with Mossley. The victory maintains their unbeaten run in the competition and provides a confidence boost as they prepare for the next round.