Bolton Wanderers will take a narrow advantage to West Yorkshire after edging past Bradford City in the first leg of their Sky Bet League One Play-Off Semi-Final.

The decisive moment came midway through the first half when Amario Cozier‑Duberry produced a composed finish from the edge of the box.

The winger picked up possession after Ruben Rodrigues was unable to bring a cross under control and curled a left-footed effort beyond Sam Walker.

Cozier‑Duberry came close to doubling Bolton’s lead almost immediately, fashioning a similar opening inside the area and beating the goalkeeper once more, only for his low drive to strike the post and rebound to safety.

Despite Bolton’s territorial dominance, clear-cut chances were limited in a contest played at a high tempo but with few moments of quality in the final third.

The opener proved to be the only shot on target registered by either side throughout the evening.

The visitors enjoyed 75 per cent possession in the opening period and eight attempts on goal, although none tested Walker, with captain Eoin Toal firing harmlessly over from distance.

Bradford’s best opportunity of the first half fell to Antoni Sarcevic, who cut in from the left but saw his effort blocked.

Sarcevic was again involved shortly after the restart, but his shot flew well wide.

Both sides had notable appeals for a penalty turned down, as referee Robert Rock, introduced after replacing the injured Martin Coy early in the second half, waved play on.

Bolton continued to control large spells after the interval, with Cozier‑Duberry a constant outlet down the right flank, yet they were unable to find a second goal to strengthen their advantage.

Cozier‑Duberry strike gives Bolton narrow Play-Off lead over Bradford

Cozier‑Duberry strike gives Bolton narrow Play-Off lead over Bradford