Match Details
The match between Cardiff and Watford is scheduled to take place on December 7, 2024, at the Cardiff City Stadium. It will be a Championship fixture in the regular season – Matchday 19. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Team (Cardiff) has odds of 2.25 for winning, while the Draw stands at 3.58 and an Away Win by Watford is priced at 3.04.
Head-to-Head Comparison
When looking at their previous encounters, these two teams have faced each other multiple times over recent years. In their most recent meeting earlier this year in February, Cardiff emerged victorious with a scoreline of 1-0 against Watford.
Historically speaking, both teams have been evenly matched when facing off against each other. They have played eight matches since December 2018 across various competitions including Premier League and Championship fixtures. Out of those eight matches, four were won by Watford while Cardiff managed to secure victory in three games.
In terms of goals scored during these head-to-head matchups, there has been an average of more than three goals per game (3+). This suggests that matches involving these two sides tend to produce exciting attacking football with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities.
Team Form: Cardiff
Cardiff’s recent form hasn’t been particularly impressive as they’ve struggled to find consistency in their performances lately. Over their last six matches across all competitions, they have only managed one win along with three losses and two draws.
Their league position reflects this inconsistency as well; currently sitting in the lower half of the table at position twenty out of twenty-four teams competing in the Championship division.
In home fixtures specifically within the current competition context (Championship), things haven’t fared much better for them either – having lost five out of their nine matches played at the Cardiff City Stadium.
Their most recent match was against Coventry, which ended in a 2-2 draw. This result showcased some positive signs for Cardiff as they managed to secure a point away from home, with goals coming from Yakou Meïté and Alexander Sean Pablo Robertson.
Team Form: Watford
Watford’s form has been relatively better compared to their upcoming opponents. They have won three out of their last six matches across all competitions while suffering only one defeat and securing two draws during this period.
In terms of league standings, Watford currently sits in sixth place within the Championship division – indicating that they are performing well enough to be considered promotion contenders.
However, when it comes to playing away from home specifically within the current competition context (Championship), Watford hasn’t had much success. Out of their nine away fixtures so far, they have only secured victory twice while losing on six occasions.
Their most recent match saw them play out a goalless draw against QPR. Although not an ideal result for either team, it does showcase Watford’s defensive solidity as they managed to keep a clean sheet despite failing to find the back of the net themselves.
Key Players
For Cardiff, one player who stands out is Yakou Meïté. The attacker has been influential in front of goal recently and will look to continue his scoring form in this fixture. Another key player worth mentioning is Joseph William Ralls; he provides stability and creativity in midfield for Cardiff.
On the other hand, Watford boasts players like Moussa Sissoko who brings experience and physicality into midfield battles alongside Giorgi Chakvetadze whose technical ability can unlock defenses with ease.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent statistics involving both teams’ performances reveals interesting trends. Cardiff has struggled defensively, conceding an average of almost two goals per game in their last six matches across all competitions.
Watford, on the other hand, has been more solid at the back with only five goals conceded in their previous six outings. This defensive solidity could prove crucial against a Cardiff side that has struggled to find consistent goal-scoring form recently.
In terms of attacking prowess, Watford seems to have the edge as they have scored ten goals in their last six matches compared to Cardiff’s tally of just six during this period.
Prediction: Cardiff vs Watford
Based on recent performances and statistical insights gathered from both teams’ current forms and historical head-to-head matchups, it is predicted that Watford will come out on top in this fixture with a scoreline of …
Cardiff 1 – 2 Watford
