Plymouth vs Cardiff Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Feb 2025

Goals the Play in Pilgrims vs Bluebirds

There’s a reasonable prospect that three goals or more will be scored when Plymouth go up against Cardiff. On this basis, we’ll side with Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market and the odds of -100 are really appealing.

Cardiff Landed 5-0 Victory in Previous H2H

Plymouth Argyle played out a 1-1 draw in their last game. This was on the road at Kenilworth Road against Luton Town. Miron Muslic's side recorded one shot on target and had 41% possession, while Maksym Talovierov scored the goal.

Cardiff City played Bristol City at home in their previous game. It was a 1-1 draw at Cardiff City Stadium. The Bluebirds enjoyed 57% possession and managed six shots on goal, while Yousef Salech was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cardiff overcame Plymouth at home when the teams last played. It was a 5-0 scoreline at Cardiff City Stadium. The past 3 H2H meetings have involved a victory for Plymouth, a win for Cardiff and a draw.

2 wins, 3 losses and 5 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 5.9 attempts and 2.9 shots on goal. Plymouth have had 37.0% possession and 3.0 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.6 goals from 9.3 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 6.0 corners.

Ryan Hardie is the top goalscorer with 4, Rami Al Hajj has 2, with Maksym Talovierov and two other players on 1. The top assist makers are Kornel Szucs, Victor Palsson and Darko Gyabi, all of whom have 1 on the board.

Cardiff have won 3, lost 2 and drawn 5, averaging 7.8 attempts, 4.5 shots on goal and 1.4 goals. The South Wales team average 43.2% possession, 3.8 corners in their favour and 6.9 corners against, while 1.7 goals have been conceded from 4.8 shots on goal and 8.2 attempts.

Callum Robinson has landed 5 goals, Yousef Salech 2, with Callum O'Dowda and two others scoring 1. Cian Ashford has been top assists provider with 3 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Plymouth confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Conor Hazard (GK), Maksym Talovierov, Nikola Katic, Victor Palsson, Kornel Szucs, Adam Randell, Jordan Houghton, Tymoteusz Puchacz, Callum Wright, Mustapha Bundu, Rami Al Hajj.

Cardiff confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Jak Alnwick (GK), Perry Ng, Dimitrios Goutas, Joel Bagan, Andy Rinomhota, Aaron Ramsey, Sivert Heggheim Mannsverk, Callum O'Dowda, Will Alves, Yousef Salech, Rubin Colwill.

Plymouth vs Cardiff Prediction & Betting Tips

We are sweet on the prospect of the net bulging ahead of this Championship showdown. On this basis, we will side with the Over 2.5 Goals pick, feeling confident with the -100 that is on offer.

Injuries and suspensions are taken into account by the experts at Sportsgambler.com. Our football tips are also shaped by the latest form, with the stats playing a big part before predictions are made.

Key Plymouth vs Cardiff league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Plymouth games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Plymouth games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Plymouth games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Cardiff games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Cardiff games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Cardiff games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Over 2.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 50% chance of winning. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

An Over 2.5 Goals selection can be included in a Bet Builder with a number of other picks. There’s the chance to get a larger price although there’s clearly more risk involved.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Plymouth 2 - 1 Cardiff

Plymouth are available at +750 to win by a 2-1 scoreline. Correct score betting allows us to bet at bigger odds and it’s also a fun type of wager.

Corners Prediction

Plymouth Under 4.5 Corners +110

In six consecutive games, Plymouth have fallen short of 4.5 corners. We’re anticipating Plymouth to fall short of the line, with this Team Corners wager available at +110.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Plymouth

Total

9.00 3.00 6.00

Home

9.00 3.60 5.40

Away

9.70 3.20 6.50

Cardiff

Total

10.70 3.80 6.90

Home

11.50 6.50 5.00

Away

8.60 2.60 6.00

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-138

Under 9.5

-100

Plymouth Corners

Over 4.5

-125

Under 4.5

-110

Cardiff Corners

Over 4.5

-163

Under 4.5

+120

Most Corners

1

+102

X

+575

2

-105

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Plymouth vs Cardiff Odds

Plymouth Argyle are available at betting odds of +160 to win this Championship match and the draw is priced at +230. Cardiff City are +162.5 with the bookies to claim victory.

Over and Under 2.5 Goals backers are able to get similar odds on the Total Goals market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+160

X

+230

2

+162.5

Half-Time Result

1

+240

X

-100

2

+250

Double Chance

1X

-225

12

-300

X2

-200

Draw No Bet

1

-120

2

-120

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp 0.0

-110

2 Hcp 0.0

-101

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-150

Over 2.5

+120

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-110

No

-125

Plymouth vs Cardiff Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Plymouth vs Cardiff team news.

We’ve got details of the Championship squads so that you know every player on the roster.

Plymouth Argyle Team Page Cardiff City Team Page