Huddersfield Town secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Bradford City in an English Football League One West Yorkshire derby at the John Smith's Stadium on January 24, 2026. A solitary goal was enough to decide a fiercely contested match, giving Huddersfield the local bragging rights and three valuable points. The only goal of the game came in the 28th minute, a close-range finish following a goalmouth scramble from a set-piece. Bradford City improved after the break and pushed hard for an equalizer, but found the Huddersfield defense in stubborn form, with the home goalkeeper making a crucial late save to preserve the clean sheet. The win was a significant one for Huddersfield Town as they looked to climb away from the relegation zone, while Bradford City's inconsistent form continued. The Huddersfield manager called it a "massive win in a derby," and the Bradford City coach rued his team's inability to convert their pressure.