The next month will give a clearer picture of whether City can keep confounding the pundits.

Colin Todd's underdogs aim to keep their amazing run going tomorrow at leaders Luton.

Another win at Kenilworth Road would make it six in a row - a feat City last achieved 20 years ago when they won the Third Division championship.

John Hendrie, one of the stars of that side, is thrilled to see the modern-day side trying to repeat that run. But with the Luton clash followed in a fortnight's time with another difficult trip to high-flying Brentford, he is wary of the challenge ahead.

Hendrie said: "You've got

two very tough away games coming up, with Colchester sandwiched in between, and they will give us a better idea. We are only a third of the way into the season and a lot can happen.

"It's dog eat dog in this division, as we've already seen. But when you look at the players in the team and the talent they've got then it's no surprise that Bradford are doing so well.

"And when you look at some of the points they've dropped, like against Chesterfield, you think that the position should be even better.

"The coaching staff have done a fantastic job but we cannot afford to look too far ahead, especially when Colin's hands are tied and he can't go out and buy players."

Todd continues to preach caution as City hit the unheralded heights of second spot. Hendrie says he is right to do so.

"I played under Colin at Middlesbrough and whether you won five games in a row or lost five, his outlook would always remain the same. He is very level-headed and doesn't get carried away win, lose or draw.

"That's the best way to be in the club's predicament.

"We're just fortunate that they have survived and the fans are entitled to enjoy the moment but you have to remain focused. It's an old cliche but it is still true and you've got to take each game as it comes."

Hendrie believes the foundations of City's current success has been built on a rock-solid back four, in particular the two centre halves and goalkeeper at the core of the defence.

"It's so important to keep it tight at the back in this division because then you've got other players who can win games for you.

"The combination of Mark Bower and David Wetherall have been superb and the keeper has also impressed me. And because they are keeping the back door shut, you can rely on players like Deano (Dean Windass) to get you goals at the other end.

"The secret is being able to keep a settled side. Everyone knows their jobs, knows what's required every time and that does make a big difference.

"The team of 1984-85 used to pick itself and you had that stability in the side. If you can get that, then you'll always have a chance."

Unfortunately Todd has to change a winning team at Kenilworth Road.

Nicky Summerbee's groin injury rules him out for a couple of weeks at least while Dele Adebola is highly doubtful with a hamstring strain. Michael Symes is ready to take over up front, while Summerbee's absence will mean a recall for Lee Crooks.