Wells nets penalty but Bradford trail in play-offs

London, May 4 (IANS/CMC) Bermudian striker Nahki Wells grabbed his 23rd goal of the season but Bradford City's hopes of reaching a second Wembley final this season suffered a blow when they were beaten 2-3 at home by visitors Burton Albion in the first leg of their English League Two play-off fixture.

Calvin Zola's twin strike - a powerful header and a stunning angled drive - in the first 28 minutes put Burton on top Friday, reports CMC.

The 22-year-old Wells struck a 38th minute penalty after Damien McCrory handled to cut the deficit but Burton doubled their advantage through Robbie Weir with a near-post drive just before half-time.

Garry Thompson reduced the lead again with a 74th minute goal but Bradford still face an uphill fight when they travel to Burton for Sunday�'s second leg.

In the night's other match, Roy O'Donovan's 26th goal gave Northampton Town a 1-0 win over visitors Cheltenham Town.

Bradford reached the League Cup final earlier in the season after a storming run saw them claim three Premier League scalps - Wigan Athletic, Aston Villa and Arsenal - but they were overwhelmed 0-5 by a fourth top-flight club, Swansea City, in the big game.

--IANS/CMC

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