Our Cardiff vs Swindon Prediction: 2-1
Cardiff vs Swindon in the England EFL Cup is scheduled for an 18:45 GMT kick-off on Tuesday August 12, 2025. A 2-1 win for the home side is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks promising given both teams’ recent scoring records.
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 – Port Vale vs Cardiff
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 recorded 61% possession, firing 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Port Vale | 39% | 0 (1) | 0.6 | 58 |
Cardiff | 61% | 0 (1) | 0.51 | 43 |
Swindon's Last Match – Swindon vs Cambridge Utd
Swindon will hope to extend their good run following a 3-2 England League 2 win against Cambridge Utd on August 9. In that match, Swindon controlled 40% of possession and managed 6 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Swindon | 40% | 6 (5) | 1.2 | 33 |
Cambridge Utd | 60% | 6 (2) | 0.63 | 55 |
Cardiff vs Swindon Stats
Key Stats
| Cardiff | Swindon | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.93 | Attacking Strength | 0.44 |
| 1.79 | Defence Strength | 1.31 |
| 1.2 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 6/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 2.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cardiff are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Swindon average 2.5 scored and 0.9 conceded per game.
Cardiff 14-14
Swindon 25-9
What are the odds for this match?
Cardiff to win: @2.05
Draw: @3.6
Swindon to win: @3.4
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.825