Watford U21 vs Cardiff U21 Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Watford U21 vs Cardiff U21 Prediction: 1-2

Watford U21 vs Cardiff U21 in the England Development League 2 is scheduled for an 13:00 GMT kick-off on Friday September 19, 2025. Our correct score prediction favors a 1-2 away triumph, but considering both teams’ attacking strengths, BTTS is a highly likely scenario.

This Watford U21 vs Cardiff U21 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

Watford U21's Last Match – Barnsley U21 vs Watford U21

Watford U21 will look to carry forward their winning form after a 3-0 England Development League 2 success over Barnsley U21 on September 16. In that match, Watford U21 had 43% possession and 6 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Barnsley U21	57%	0 (3)	-	54
Watford U21	43%	0 (6)	-	46

Cardiff U21's Last Match – Huddersfield U21 vs Cardiff U21

Cardiff U21 should win to turn things around after settling for a 2-2 England Development League 2 draw against Huddersfield U21 on September 16. In that match, Cardiff U21 recorded 56% possession, firing 6 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Huddersfield U21	44%	0 (5)	-	49
Cardiff U21	56%	0 (6)	-	46

Watford U21 vs Cardiff U21 Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Watford U21 are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 2.1 conceded per match, while Cardiff U21 average 2.1 scored and 1.8 conceded per game.

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