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Preston vs Cardiff Prediction – Championship
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Here you will find the top prediction for Preston vs Cardiff in the Championship, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, covering their recent records and key statistics from the last games to deliver the best prediction for this encounter between Preston and Cardiff.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Preston vs Cardiff
The best prediction for this match between Preston and Cardiff in the Championship is fewer than 2.5 goals. As both teams have struggled to score recently, we anticipate a balanced encounter with limited chances. It’s worth noting that the ‘less than 2.5 goals’ market has been successful in 70% of Preston North End’s home games, hinting at a tight battle where the defences are likely to outshine the attacks.
The best prediction for Preston vs Cardiff
Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (guess for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky guess)
Match preview: Preston vs Cardiff
Preston and Cardiff will clash at Deepdale in a fixture for the 41st round of the Championship. The last encounter saw Preston North End securing a win (0-2) when they met on 11-12-2024. Historically, this venue favours the visiting team, as Cardiff has achieved 4 victories against 1 defeat in their last 5 meetings. Their latest battle at this ground was on 25-11-2023, where Cardiff City triumphed with a score of (1-2). The goals were netted by Milutin Osmajić (48′) for Preston, followed by a brace from Ike Ugbo (90′) and Karlan Grant (90′) for Cardiff. The home advantage might play a significant role here, given Preston’s contrasting performances at home compared to their away outings.
Team analysis: Preston
Currently seated in 14th place, the home side has accumulated 48 points from 10 wins, 18 draws, and 12 losses. Their penultimate match ended in a defeat against Derby County (2-0). The last outing resulted in a 1-1 draw at home against Stoke City. Preston has traditionally been stronger on home turf, displaying a record of 6 wins, 8 draws, and just 1 loss at Deepdale, compared to 3 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses when away.
In this tournament, Preston remains unbeaten at home in their last 13 fixtures. Notably, in Championship games played at Deepdale, the most frequent halftime score has been 0-0, occurring in 8 of their 20 matches. Their defensive performance has wavered, with goals conceded in 7 of their last 10 outings in the league. Trends indicate a pattern for low scores in their home encounters, as evidenced by 14 of the last 20 home matches featuring under 3 goals. Over 40 games this season, they have conceded the first goal on 14 occasions, failing to recover in any of those matches.
Most recently, Preston North End drew 1-1 against Stoke City, with Kaine Kesler-Hayden scoring their only goal. The team typically lines up in a 3-5-2 formation, with Milutin Osmajic and Sam Greenwood leading the attack. They often push down the right flank, utilising the width provided by Kaine Kesler-Hayden. However, they will miss Robbie Brady due to suspension, along with several players including Duane Holmes, Freddie Woodman, Brad Potts, Ali McCann, and Jack Whatmouth all sidelined with injuries.
Team analysis: Cardiff
The visiting side currently occupies the 22nd position with 41 points, having achieved 9 wins, 14 draws, and 17 losses. Their last match ended in a 0-0 draw against Queens Park Rangers, following a previous 1-1 draw at home against Sheffield Wednesday. This Cardiff team has shown little variation in performance whether at home or on the road, amassing a record of 3 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses as visitors over the last 30 matches, scoring 20 goals while conceding 29. At home, their record is slightly better, with 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 defeats, having scored 17 and conceded 19. In the Championship, Cardiff has accrued only 10 points from the last 30 available, with 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 games on the road. Defensive weaknesses have been evident, with goals conceded in 8 of their last 10 matches, although their attack has been somewhat consistent, scoring in 9 of those games. In 40 league games, they conceded the first goal 21 times and managed to recover the score only once.
Cardiff City enters this match following a lacklustre 0-0 draw against QPR. They typically set up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Isaak Davies, Will Alves, and Yousef Salech taking on forward roles. Rubin Colwill plays a pivotal role in midfield, orchestrating the team’s forward play and creating goal-scoring opportunities. They will be without Perry NG, Jak Alnwick, Aaron Ramsey, Joe Ralls, and Anwar El Ghazi due to injuries.
Best predictions for this match
Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (guess for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky guess)
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