Match Prediction: West Brom vs Cardiff – England Championship
The upcoming match between West Brom and Cardiff in the England Championship is anticipated to be a tightly contested affair. Here’s an analysis and prediction for the game:
Match Stats
West Brom
Cardiff
47
Played
45
21
Wins
19
12
Draws
5
14
Losses
21
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
71
1.5
Goals
1.1
51
50
1.1
Goals Conceded
1.4
65
162
3.4
Shots on Goal
3.6
164
80
1.7
Offsides
1.2
54
255
5.4
Corners
4
179
17
0.4
Clean Sheets
0.3
12
Key Information – West Brom:
- West Brom has had a mixed run of results in their recent matches, winning 2, drawing 1, and losing 2.
- They have been relatively solid defensively, conceding 7 goals in their last 5 matches.
- West Brom has displayed a tendency for low-scoring matches, with 3 out of their last 5 games ending with under 2.5 goals.
Key Information – Cardiff:
- Cardiff has struggled in their recent outings, winning only 1 match out of their last 5 and losing the remaining 4.
- They have faced defensive issues, conceding a total of 12 goals in their last 5 matches.
- Cardiff has also been involved in low-scoring matches, with 2 out of their last 5 games ending with under 2.5 goals.
Match Overview:
- Both West Brom and Cardiff have experienced defensive vulnerabilities in their recent matches.
- Despite West Brom’s relatively better defensive record, they have also struggled to score goals consistently.
- Cardiff’s defensive frailties and lack of attacking prowess could make it challenging for them to secure a positive result against West Brom.
Betting Predictions:
- Full-Time Result: West Brom
- Considering West Brom’s slightly better form and home advantage, they are likely to emerge as the winners in this encounter.
- Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 goals
- With both teams displaying defensive vulnerabilities and a tendency for low-scoring matches, betting on under 2.5 goals seems reasonable.
- Both Teams to Score: No
- Given the defensive issues faced by Cardiff and West Brom’s recent defensive solidity, a bet on both teams not scoring appears likely.
Betting Factors:
- West Brom’s home advantage and slightly better recent form.
- Cardiff’s defensive weaknesses, particularly evident in their high number of goals conceded in recent matches.
H2H Stats
West Brom
Cardiff
Played:
8
Wins
4
4
Draws
3
3
Wins
1
1
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
14
1.8
Goals
0.8
6
6
0.8
Goals Conceded
1.8
14
32
4
Shots on Goal
2.3
18
17
2.1
Offsides
2.3
18
45
5.6
Corners
3.6
29
4
0.5
Clean Sheets
0.1
1