Our Port Vale vs Cardiff Prediction: 0-0
Port Vale vs Cardiff in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off on Thursday August 7, 2025. Our prediction favors a 0-0 stalemate, with neither team showing enough attacking firepower to secure a breakthrough.
This Port Vale vs Cardiff prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Port Vale's Last Match – Rotherham vs Port Vale
Port Vale will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 0-0 England League 1 draw with Cardiff on August 7. In that match, Port Vale recorded 39% possession, firing 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rotherham | 48% | 9 (3) | 1.13 | 44 |
Port Vale | 52% | 14 (4) | 0.91 | 53 |
Cardiff's Last Match – Cardiff vs Peterborough
Cardiff will be determined to find a winning touch after a 0-0 England League 1 draw against Port Vale on August 7. In that match, Cardiff controlled 61% of possession and managed 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cardiff | 57% | 11 (6) | 1.55 | 55 |
Peterborough | 43% | 5 (3) | 0.97 | 28 |
Port Vale vs Cardiff Stats
Key Stats
| Port Vale | Cardiff | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.71 | Attacking Strength | 0 |
| 1.46 | Defence Strength | 0 |
| 1.2 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Port Vale are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Cardiff average 1.4 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.
Port Vale 18-12
Cardiff 14-15
What are the odds for this match?
Port Vale to win: @2.9
Draw: @3.5
Cardiff to win: @2.35
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.975