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Cardiff vs West Bromwich Prediction – Championship
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Here you will find the best prediction for Cardiff vs West Bromwich in the Championship, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics from their previous matches to provide the most informed prediction for this encounter between Cardiff and West Bromwich.
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Match preview: Cardiff vs West Bromwich
Cardiff and West Bromwich will clash at the Millennium Stadium for the 45th round of the Championship. The last encounter saw both teams finish in a stalemate (0-0) on 26th October 2024. When facing each other at this venue, the visiting side has historically performed well, with a record of 2 wins and 1 draw from the last three meetings. Their most recent showdown here was on 28th January 2023, where West Bromwich secured a narrow (0-1) victory, courtesy of a goal from Jeremy Sarmiento (50’). The home factor could be pivotal in this match, as both teams exhibit significant disparities in their respective home and away performances.
Team analysis: Cardiff
Currently residing in the 23rd position, Cardiff has a record of 9 wins, 16 draws, and 19 losses, accumulating 43 points. In their last outing, they drew 1-1 against Oxford United at home, following a previous defeat (2-0) against Sheffield United away. Interestingly, Cardiff has shown a peculiar strength away from home compared to their performances at the Millennium Stadium, with 3 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses over the last 30 away matches, contrasting starkly with a home record of just 3 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses. Within the Championship, Cardiff has amassed 13 points from 30 at home, with the prevalent scoreline at halftime being 0-0 (12 out of 22 games). Defensive solidness remains a challenge, having conceded in 9 of their last 10 games, whilst their attack has been consistently finding the net, scoring in 7 of their last 10. In their home fixtures, 19 out of the last 22 encounters have concluded with over 1.5 goals. Notably, in 44 Championship matches, Cardiff conceded the first goal on 24 occasions, managing to turn the match around only once. Of their last 22 home matches, they have let in 10 of their 27 goals in the dying minutes (76’-90’).
Team analysis: West Bromwich
The visitors are currently positioned 10th in the league, collecting 60 points through 14 wins, 18 draws, and 12 losses. In their second-last match, they suffered a defeat at the hands of Coventry City (2-0). Most recently, they fell short against Derby County at home, ending 1-3. West Bromwich appears to be greatly influenced by home advantage, having recorded 7 draws and 8 losses from their last 30 away matches, with only 11 goals scored while conceding 24. In contrast, their home record shows 8 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, netting 26 times and conceding just 16. Within the Championship, they have only managed to earn 5 points from 30 available as visitors, registering 5 draws and 5 defeats over the last 10 away matches.
Notably, they have gone winless in their last 14 away fixtures in this competition. The recurring result for their away games has been a 1-1 draw, which occurred in 8 of their 22 matches. Although defensive solidity has been an issue, having conceded in 9 of their last 10 games, their attacking prowess has shone through, scoring in 7 of the same matches. Consistent goal trends continue to emerge, with 19 of their last 22 away matches ending with more than 1.5 goals. In 44 games, they’ve managed to reverse the score 1 time after falling behind in 16 games.
West Bromwich Albion arrives for this clash after a 1-3 defeat against Derby County, with Adam Armstrong finding the net for the visitors. The team typically sets up in a 4-3-3 formation, adopting a direct and dynamic style of play marked by rapid transitions. Key attacking players in this system include Mikey Johnston, Tom Fellows, and Adam Armstrong. When away, the team predominantly exploits the right flank, with Darnell Furlong contributing depth. Josh Maja is ruled out due to injury.
The best prediction for Cardiff vs West Bromwich
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (bet for live betting)
Over 1.5 goals (bet for live, double or treble betting)
Both to score (risky bet)
Will both teams score? Yes
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