Hull II 2, Bradford I 1: Bradford's away league fixture against Hull was transferred to Selby because Hull's ground was unplayable due to waterlogging.

It was a game played in miserable conditions in which neither side could claim dominance, though in balance Bradford probably enjoyed slightly more possession and certainly created many more goal-scoring opportunities.

Bradford had a number of good chances in the first half, but failed to capitalise.

Two of these were clear opportunities only requiring the ball to be put into an open goal from embarrassingly close range, but it finished 0-0 at half-time.

The second half followed a similar pattern to the first with Bradford lacking bite and determination in the opposition circle.

In contrast the home side defended confidently with young county keeper Ross Rayner saving well on a number of occasions from Richard Harpin, Mark Hammond, Mark Backhouse and Luther Brown.

Hull's attacks were less frequent but were always dangerous, and in the 12th minute they scored the first goal tipped in from a fierce shot into the circle, leaving Rob Terry no chance.

Five minutes later Bradford responded from the penalty spot, Hammond beating Rayner comfortably to the keeper's right.

After a further eight minutes Bradford, scenting victory and having thrown players forward, won a penalty corner.

But their failure to convert led to a rapid counter-attack from Hull catching Bradford thin in defence, to put them back in the lead.

Even then Bradford always looked capable of at least equalising but time, fortune and some determined Hull defending denied the visitors their point, leaving them reflecting on the easy goals missed in the opening 35 minutes.