Burton Albion 3-1 Bradford City (original) (raw)
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Tom Naylor scored his fourth league goal of the season against Bradford City
Burton Albion comfortably beat Bradford City to extend their lead at the top of League One.
The Brewers opened the scoring through former Bradford loanee Mason Bennett's deflected shot from 12 yards before James Hanson shot wide for the Bantams.
Burton took control as Tom Naylor turned in Damien McCrory's cross to double the lead before Mark Duffy headed in from close range.
Rory McArdle's headed consolation goal reduced the deficit in added time.
Burton's win extended their lead at the top of League One to four points after Walsall lost 3-0 at home to Millwall.
Burton boss Nigel Clough told BBC Radio Derby:
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Nigel Clough: Burton Albion manager on Bradford win
"We were extremely relieved when the second goal went in because Bradford came out in the second half an put us under an immense amount of pressure.
"There was nothing we could do about it, it was just them playing very well.
"It was a case of hanging on in there and taking the chance when you get one the other end."
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