Cardiff vs Plymouth Predictions

Cardiff vs Plymouth is scheduled for kick off on 30 August, at 11:30. The game is set to take place at Cardiff City Stadium, with Scott Oldham officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Cardiff currently holding the 2nd position in the table 18 points ahead of Plymouth. Cardiff have won 2 English Football League - League One matches against Plymouth out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Mansfield Town, Cardiff is determined to redeem themselves. Cardiff have won 17 of their last 23 English Football League - League One matches at Cardiff City Stadium. Plymouth's away record stands at 12 victories from 23 games. Following their 3-2 triumph over Northampton, Plymouth have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Cardiff on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Cardiff have scored over 1.5 goals in 78% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 63% of games. Their total stands at 90 goals and 250 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Plymouth have scored 75 goals with 223 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 76% of matches but conceded in 74% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Cardiff scored 15 goals while Plymouth scored 11 goals. Their last match on 21 February 2026 ended in 5-2 to Plymouth.