Our Exeter vs Cardiff Prediction: 0-0
Exeter vs Cardiff in the England EFL Trophy is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Tuesday September 16, 2025. A goalless 0-0 draw looks likely, as both sides have been solid defensively and may cancel each other out.
Our prediction is supported by key Exeter vs Cardiff stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Exeter's Last Match – Exeter vs Port Vale
Exeter must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-2 England League 1 defeat against Port Vale on September 13. In that match, Exeter recorded 70% possession, firing 4 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Exeter | 70% | 0 (4) | 0.76 | 73 |
 Port Vale | 30% | 0 (2) | 0.51 | 40 |
Cardiff's Last Match – Stockport vs Cardiff
Cardiff will be determined to find a winning touch after a 1-1 England League 1 draw against Stockport on September 13. In that match, Cardiff controlled 53% of possession and managed 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Stockport | 47% | 0 (4) | 2.22 | 56 |
 Cardiff | 53% | 0 (1) | 0.4 | 32 |
Exeter vs Cardiff Stats
Key Stats
| Exeter | Cardiff | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.84 | Attacking Strength | 0 |
| 1.91 | Defence Strength | 0 |
| 1.2 | Points Per Game | 2.4 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 7/10 |
| 0/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Exeter are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Cardiff average 1.9 scored and 0.5 conceded per game.
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