Our Cardiff MU vs Pontypridd Utd Prediction: 3-1
Cardiff MU vs Pontypridd Utd in the Wales League Cup is scheduled for an 14:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday August 2, 2025. A 3-1 win for the home side is our main prediction, though over 2.5 goals looks like a valuable bet given both teams’ attacking tendencies.
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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Cardiff MU's Last Match – Cardiff MU vs Taunton Town
Cardiff MU must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-2 UK Friendlies defeat against Taunton Town on July 25. In that match, Cardiff MU recorded 57% possession, firing 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cardiff MU | 57% | 0 (3) | - | 40 |
 Taunton Town | 43% | 0 (3) | - | 32 |
Pontypridd Utd's Last Match – Baglan Dragons vs Pontypridd Utd
After suffering a 0-3 Wales Championship South loss to Baglan Dragons, Pontypridd Utd must win to get back on track. In that match, Pontypridd Utd had 51% possession and 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Baglan Dragons | 49% | 0 (4) | - | 35 |
 Pontypridd Utd | 51% | 0 (5) | - | 56 |
Cardiff MU vs Pontypridd Utd Stats
Key Stats
| Cardiff MU | Pontypridd Utd | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.27 | Attacking Strength | 1 |
| 0.56 | Defence Strength | 1.07 |
| 1.1 | Points Per Game | 0.8 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 0.7 | Average Scored | 1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cardiff MU are averaging 0.7 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Pontypridd Utd average 1.0 scored and 1.9 conceded per game.