Match Details
The upcoming match between Cardiff and Norwich is scheduled to take place on November 11, 2023, at the Cardiff City Stadium. The match will be part of the Championship regular season – Matchday 16. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Winner – 2.11, Draw – 3.62, Away Winner – 3.35.
Head-to-Head Comparison
When looking at the historical performance of both teams when facing each other, Norwich has had the upper hand in recent matches. In their last encounter on February 25th, Norwich defeated Cardiff with a scoreline of 2-0. Overall, Norwich has won three out of their last five matches against Cardiff.
Team Form: Cardiff
Cardiff has been displaying a decent performance recently in various competitions. They have won two out of their last six matches while losing two and drawing two as well. Their goal-scoring record stands at seven goals scored and four conceded during this period.
In the Championship, Cardiff currently sits in seventh position with a total of 24 points from 15 matches played. They have managed to win seven matches while drawing three and losing five. With a goal difference of +7 (23 goals scored and 16 conceded), they have shown resilience throughout the season.
In their most recent match against Stoke City, Cardiff secured a hard-fought draw with a final scoreline of 0-0.
Team Form: Norwich
Norwich’s away form has not been impressive lately as they have struggled to secure victories on unfamiliar grounds. Out of their last six away matches in all competitions, they have failed to win any and lost five while only managing one draw.
In terms of league standings, Norwich currently occupies the seventeenth position in the Championship table with a total of 17 points from 15 matches played. They have won five matches, drawn two, and lost eight. Norwich has scored 26 goals but conceded a concerning 30 goals.
In their most recent match against Blackburn, Norwich suffered a disappointing defeat with a final scoreline of 1-3.
Key Players
For Cardiff, Kion Reece Etete has been in fine form recently, scoring five goals in his last twelve appearances. Another player to watch is Aaron James Ramsey, who has contributed three goals to the team’s overall tally this season.
On the other hand, Gabriel Davi Gomes Sara has been a standout performer for Norwich, contributing five goals and five assists in his eighteen appearances. Jonathan David Henry Rowe has also made significant contributions with eight goals and two assists so far this season.
Statistical Insights
Cardiff has shown strength at home this season with five wins out of seven matches played at the Cardiff City Stadium. Their attacking prowess is evident with thirteen goals scored on home turf while conceding only six.
Norwich’s away form raises concerns as they have managed just one win out of seven matches on the road. They have struggled defensively away from home, conceding eighteen goals while scoring fourteen.
Both teams have displayed vulnerability in defense recently, making it likely that we will see an open and high-scoring match between them.
Prediction: Cardiff 2 – 1 Norwich
Based on the analysis above, it is predicted that Cardiff will come out on top in this match with a scoreline of 2-1. While both teams have had their struggles lately, Cardiff’s strong home record gives them an advantage against Norwich’s poor away form. However, considering both teams’ defensive vulnerabilities and goal-scoring capabilities showcased throughout the season so far, we can expect an exciting and closely contested encounter.
