Barry Conlon hit the equaliser as high-flying Bradford were held to a 1-1 home draw by Accrington.

Ryan scores for Stanley before Conlon replies

Barry Conlon hit the equaliser as high-flying Bradford were held to a 1-1 home draw by Accrington. Stanley had not played for two weeks due to the freezing weather but showed no signs of rustiness and took the lead in the fifth minute. Bradford midfielder Paul McLaren fouled Chris Turner on the edge of the area and James Ryan stepped up to drill a low free-kick through the wall and into the bottom corner. Nicky Law then pulled a fine save from Stanley keeper Kenny Arthur before Conlon grabbed the equaliser in the 51st minute. Law made a great run down the right and swept in a cross for Conlon to volley in from close range.