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unusual facts about Valley Parade


Walker Celtic F.C.

They held Bradford City to a 1–1 draw at home, before losing 11–3 in the replay at Valley Parade.


1984–85 Football League

Bradford City’s Third Division championship glory was overshadowed on the final day of the season when a fire at their Valley Parade ground killed 56 spectators — including two followers of their opponents Lincoln City.

Les Chapman

He spent four seasons at Valley Parade making 139 league appearances, before leaving on a free transfer for Rochdale where he spent two seasons, playing nearly 100 games for the Spotland side.


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