Burton Albion vs Cardiff Predictions

Burton Albion vs Cardiff is scheduled for kick off on 31 January, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Pirelli Stadium, with Martin Coy officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Burton Albion currently holding the 17th position in the table 37 points behind Cardiff. Burton Albion have won 1 English Football League - League One match against Cardiff out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent draw with L Orient, Burton Albion aims to claim a win. Burton Albion have won 9 of their last 23 English Football League - League One matches at Pirelli Stadium. Cardiff's away record stands at 10 victories from 23 games. Following their 5-4 loss to Mansfield Town, Cardiff is determined to bounce back with a win against Burton Albion.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Burton Albion have scored over 1.5 goals in 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 74% of games. Their total stands at 50 goals and 166 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Cardiff have scored 90 goals with 250 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 78% of matches but conceded in 63% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Burton Albion scored 3 goals while Cardiff scored 2 goals. Their last match on 31 January 2026 ended in a 2-2 draw.