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Cardiff vs Southampton — Match Prediction

Championship 2026/27 · Matchday 21 · Sat 12 Dec, 15:00 UTC

Cardiff win
24%
Draw
21%
Southampton win
55%
Most likely score1–2
Projected goals1.3 – 2.1
Over 2.5 goals65%
Both teams score64%
CardiffLDLWL21st · 7 pts
SouthamptonDWWLW13th · 10 pts

Ahead of Cardiff v Southampton in the Championship on 12 December 2026, Footyntel's model — built from each side's attack and defence strength and blended with last season's form — makes an away win for Southampton the most likely outcome at 55%. The single most probable scoreline is 1–2, with projected goals of 1.3 for Cardiff and 2.1 for Southampton. There is a 65% chance of over 2.5 goals and 64% chance both teams score.

Scoreline probability

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

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FAQ

Who will win Cardiff vs Southampton?

Footyntel's model makes an away win for Southampton the most likely result at 55%. Full split: Cardiff win 24%, draw 21%, Southampton win 55%. It is a statistical model, not betting advice.

What is the predicted score for Cardiff vs Southampton?

The most probable scoreline from the model is 1–2 (Cardiff 1–2 Southampton). Projected goals: Cardiff 1.3, Southampton 2.1.

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

The model gives a 65% chance of over 2.5 goals and a 64% chance of both teams scoring.

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