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Bristol City vs Cardiff — Match Prediction

Championship 2026/27 · Matchday 22 · Sat 19 Dec, 12:30 UTC

Bristol City win
49%
Draw
24%
Cardiff win
27%
Most likely score1–1
Projected goals1.7 – 1.2
Over 2.5 goals54%
Both teams score56%
Bristol CityWLLWD8th · 13 pts
CardiffLDLWL21st · 7 pts

Ahead of Bristol City v Cardiff in the Championship on 19 December 2026, Footyntel's model — built from each side's attack and defence strength and blended with last season's form — makes a home win for Bristol City the most likely outcome at 49%. The single most probable scoreline is 1–1, with projected goals of 1.7 for Bristol City and 1.2 for Cardiff. There is a 54% chance of over 2.5 goals and 56% chance both teams score.

Scoreline probability

Model probability (%) of each scoreline — Bristol City goals down (↓), Cardiff goals across (→). The outlined cell is the most likely result.

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FAQ

Who will win Bristol City vs Cardiff?

Footyntel's model makes a home win for Bristol City the most likely result at 49%. Full split: Bristol City win 49%, draw 24%, Cardiff win 27%. It is a statistical model, not betting advice.

What is the predicted score for Bristol City vs Cardiff?

The most probable scoreline from the model is 1–1 (Bristol City 1–1 Cardiff). Projected goals: Bristol City 1.7, Cardiff 1.2.

Will both teams score / will there be over 2.5 goals?

The model gives a 54% chance of over 2.5 goals and a 56% chance of both teams scoring.

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