Expert Analysis: Stevenage vs Cardiff City
As we approach the eagerly anticipated match between Stevenage and Cardiff City on December 9, 2025, several betting markets offer intriguing insights. This analysis delves into the various betting options available, providing expert predictions based on statistical data and historical performance.
Stevenage
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Cardiff City
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Date: 2025-12-09
Time: 20:00
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Venue: The Lamex Stadium
Score: 0-1
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 5.5 Cards | 92.40% | (0-1) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 90.90% | (0-1) 0-1 2H 1.29 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 83.00% | (0-1) 0-0 1H 1.15 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 83.30% | (0-1) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 81.20% | (0-1) 1.67 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 74.10% | (0-1) | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 74.90% | (0-1) | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 66.40% | (0-1) 1.87 | |
| Draw In First Half | 69.40% | (0-1) 0-0 1H 2.00 | |
| First Goal 30+ Minutes | 61.90% | (0-1) | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 58.60% | (0-1) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 59.40% | (0-1) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 52.20% | (0-1) 1.40 | |
| Under 0.5 Goals HT | 55.80% | (0-1) 0-0 1H 2.50 | |
| Last Goal 73+ Minutes | 54.60% | (0-1) 1.83 | |
| Goal In Last 15 Minutes | 51.30% | (0-1) | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.16% | (0-1) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.43% | (0-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.41% | (0-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.02% | (0-1) |
Betting Market Insights
Card Markets
- Under 5.5 Cards (91.30): Given both teams’ recent discipline, this is a likely outcome, reflecting their ability to maintain composure.
- Under 4.5 Cards (86.20): This option is slightly less likely but still plausible given the teams’ tendencies.
- Yellow Cards (3.06): Predicting the exact number of yellow cards is challenging, but a low count seems probable given recent trends.
Scoreline Predictions
- Under 2.5 Goals (78.00): This market suggests a tightly contested match with limited scoring opportunities.
- Over 1.5 Goals (55.60): A moderate likelihood of seeing more than one goal scored in the game.
- Avg. Total Goals (1.93): The average total goals align with the under 2.5 goals market, indicating a low-scoring affair.
- Avg. Goals Scored (1.81) and Avg. Conceded Goals (1.32): These averages further support the prediction of a match with few goals.
Halftime and Second Half Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half (86.80) and Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half (75.80): Early caution from both sides could lead to a scoreless first half.
- Away Team To Score In 2nd Half (76.10): Cardiff may find their rhythm in the second half, increasing their chances of scoring.
- Home Team To Score In 1st Half (54.10) and Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half (57.90): Stevenage might take an early lead but could struggle to add to their tally in the latter stages.
Specific Goal Timing Predictions
- Last Goal 73+ Minutes (50.20) and Goal In Last 15 Minutes (53.00): A late goal is a possibility, adding excitement to the closing stages of the match.
- First Goal 30+ Minutes (58.90): A delayed first goal could indicate tactical play from both teams early on.
- Under 0.5 Goals HT (53.70): A scoreless first half remains a strong possibility, aligning with cautious play from both teams.
No-Goal Markets
- Both Teams Not to Score (66.00): A draw with no goals could be a realistic outcome, reflecting defensive strategies.
- Draw In First Half (67.10) and Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half (85.30): Both halves could end without any goals, emphasizing defensive resilience.
In summary, the match between Stevenage and Cardiff City is expected to be tightly contested with limited scoring opportunities, particularly in the first half. The likelihood of under 2.5 goals and disciplined play suggests a cautious approach from both teams.