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
40
Played
38
20
Wins
16
9
Draws
5
11
Losses
17
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
63
1.6
Goals
1.1
43
39
1
Goals Conceded
1.3
51
134
3.4
Shots on Goal
3.6
135
68
1.7
Offsides
1.2
46
215
5.4
Corners
4.1
154
16
0.4
Clean Sheets
0.3
11
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