Cardiff vs Leeds Prediction 21 Sep 2024

⚽ Championship - Round 6 Preview

📅 21 Sep 2024

⏰ 15:00 GMT +1

🏟 Cardiff City Stadium (Cardiff)

Cardiff has endured a tough season so far, recording one draw and four losses in their first five matches. Their total goal tally stands at just 1:11, and at home, they’ve lost both of their matches, failing to score and conceding four goals. In their most recent match, Cardiff lost 1-0 to Derby. Key players for Cardiff include Alex Robertson and Chris Willock, based on their recent performances, and Manolis Siopis, who hasn’t missed a minute in the last five matches. Cardiff will be without Joe Ralls due to a groin injury.

Leeds has had a more balanced campaign, with two wins, two draws, and one loss from their five matches, scoring seven goals and conceding four. On the road, Leeds has won one and drawn one match, scoring twice without conceding. In their last match, Leeds lost 1-0 to Burnley. Key players for Leeds include Pascal Struijk, who has played every minute of the season so far, along with Junior Firpo and Ilia Gruev, both of whom have been standout performers in their last five games.

In the last five encounters between these teams, Cardiff has won once, Leeds twice, and two matches ended in draws. The most recent meeting, in January 2024, saw Leeds win comfortably 3-0. Leeds' offense, while average, is stronger than Cardiff’s. Leeds has scored seven goals compared to Cardiff’s solitary strike, making Cardiff’s attack the weakest in the league. Defensively, Leeds has also been superior, conceding just four goals compared to Cardiff’s eleven, the worst in the competition.

Where to watch Cardiff vs Leeds?

📺 Link to watch Cardiff vs Leeds Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Alex Robertson (Cardiff): A reliable midfielder trying to lift Cardiff’s struggling attack.
• Pascal Struijk (Leeds): A key defender, pivotal to Leeds’ solid backline.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Cardiff has scored only one goal in five matches, the lowest in the league.
• Leeds has suffered the most fouls, with 79 committed against them this season.
• Cardiff has not won any of their five matches this season.

💡 Cardiff vs Leeds Prediction

Leeds is expected to dominate this encounter, given Cardiff’s poor form and lack of firepower. Leeds has a stronger attack and a more reliable defense, which should help them secure a comfortable victory. Cardiff’s inability to score at home will make it hard for them to challenge Leeds. Expect Leeds to take control and win by a margin of 2-0 or 3-1.

Cardiff vs Leeds Betting Tips

• Leeds to win
• Under 6.5 goals
• Both teams not to score in both halves