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Southampton vs Cardiff — Match Prediction

Championship 2026/27 · Matchday 25 · Fri 1 Jan, 00:00 UTC

Southampton win
71%
Draw
16%
Cardiff win
13%
Most likely score2–1
Projected goals2.6 – 1
Over 2.5 goals70%
Both teams score60%
SouthamptonDWWLW13th · 10 pts
CardiffLDLWL21st · 7 pts

Ahead of Southampton v Cardiff in the Championship on 1 January 2027, Footyntel's model — built from each side's attack and defence strength and blended with last season's form — makes a home win for Southampton the most likely outcome at 71%. The single most probable scoreline is 2–1, with projected goals of 2.6 for Southampton and 1 for Cardiff. There is a 70% chance of over 2.5 goals and 60% chance both teams score.

Scoreline probability

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

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FAQ

Who will win Southampton vs Cardiff?

Footyntel's model makes a home win for Southampton the most likely result at 71%. Full split: Southampton win 71%, draw 16%, Cardiff win 13%. It is a statistical model, not betting advice.

What is the predicted score for Southampton vs Cardiff?

The most probable scoreline from the model is 2–1 (Southampton 2–1 Cardiff). Projected goals: Southampton 2.6, Cardiff 1.

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

The model gives a 70% chance of over 2.5 goals and a 60% chance of both teams scoring.

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