Our Cardiff vs Exeter Prediction: 2-1
Cardiff vs Exeter in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Friday December 26, 2025. Our forecast points to a 2-1 home win, but considering both teams’ recent scoring patterns, BTTS is a highly likely outcome.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Recent Form Insights
Cardiff's Last Match – Lincoln City vs Cardiff
Cardiff will aim to put their last result behind them following a 1-2 England League 1 loss to Lincoln City on December 20. In that match, Cardiff recorded 68% possession, firing 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Lincoln City | 32% | 0 (8) | 0.86 | 54 |
 Cardiff | 68% | 0 (3) | 1.39 | 47 |
Exeter's Last Match – Exeter vs Barnsley
Exeter will seek to keep their streak alive after a 3-0 England League 1 victory over Barnsley on December 20. In that match, Exeter had 46% possession and 7 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Exeter | 46% | 0 (7) | 2.24 | 40 |
 Barnsley | 54% | 0 (1) | 0.5 | 35 |
Cardiff vs Exeter Stats
Key Stats
| Cardiff | Exeter | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.81 | Attacking Strength | 0.43 |
| 1.2 | Defence Strength | 0.84 |
| 1.8 | Points Per Game | 1.6 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 0/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 8/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 9/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 2.1 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cardiff are averaging 2.1 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per match, while Exeter average 1.4 scored and 1.0 conceded per game.
Cardiff 21-20
Exeter 14-10
What are the odds for this match?
Cardiff to win: @1.55
Draw: @4
Exeter to win: @5.75
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