Our Cardiff vs Port Vale Prediction: 2-0
Cardiff vs Port Vale in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 18:45 GMT kick-off on Wednesday April 22, 2026. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 2-0 for the match between Cardiff and Port Vale.
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's Last Match – Huddersfield vs Cardiff
Cardiff must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 1-1 England League 1 draw against Huddersfield on April 14. In that match, Cardiff controlled 72% of possession and managed 2 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Huddersfield | 28% | 0 (8) | 1.78 | 28 |
 Cardiff | 72% | 0 (2) | 0.9 | 70 |
Port Vale's Last Match – Port Vale vs Barnsley
Port Vale will look to build on their last result following a 0-0 England League 1 stalemate against Barnsley on April 14. In that match, Port Vale recorded 47% possession, firing 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Port Vale | 47% | 0 (1) | 0.58 | 38 |
 Barnsley | 53% | 0 (3) | 1.93 | 49 |
Cardiff vs Port Vale Stats
Key Stats
| Cardiff | Port Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.11 | Attacking Strength | 0.62 |
| 0.71 | Defence Strength | 1.37 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 1/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 0.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cardiff are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Port Vale average 0.5 scored and 1.7 conceded per game.