The English third tier 2nd round features the match between Port Vale and Cardiff on 7 August 2025.
Port Vale vs Cardiff H2H History
Cardiff has faced Port Vale in just one fixture to date, a 2-3 win for Cardiff City on 26 Aug 2014, at Vale Park. Previous clashes demonstrate Cardiff City's domination over Port Vale (1 victories, 0 draws and 0 defeats).
Port Vale vs Cardiff Prediction
There's a good chance Cardiff City will win, recent results suggest Port Vale to win instead. When models diverge, see it as a hint to dig deeper into statistics. It looks like both Cardiff and Port Vale will score, and we have strong confidence in this. We expect over 2.5 goals in this fixture, with substantial confidence. Yousef Salech (Cardiff) is the top candidate to find the net today, after netting 5 times in his previous 10 appearances.
Match Winner
H2H Analysis
Cardiff
strong
Current Form
Port Vale
strong
Betting Trend
Cardiff
weak
Our pick: Cardiff to win @ 2.30
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Will Both Teams Score?
H2H Analysis
Yes
strong
Current Form
Yes
weak
Betting Trend
Yes
moderate
Our pick: BTTS Yes @ 1.75
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Total Match Goals Over/Under?
H2H Analysis
Over 2.5
strong
Current Form
Over 2.5
weak
Betting Trend
Under 2.5
weak
Our pick: Over 2.5 goals @ 1.95
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Port Vale vs Cardiff Live Stream & TV Stations
Multiple streaming platforms will offer live coverage of the Port Vale vs Cardiff City match. UK-based viewers can watch live streaming content via NOW TV and Sky. Paramount+ and CBS Sports Golazo provide live streaming access to viewers across the USA. Disney+ offers live coverage of this clash to audiences in Argentina. Live streaming is available for Ireland audiences through NOW. Voyo offers live coverage of this clash to audiences in Slovakia. DAZN brings real-time access to this event for viewers in Canada. Catch all the action live on Disney+ if you're watching from Bolivia. We're adding new live stream links as we find them. See what's currently available below:
In their last 10 matches, Port Vale managed four wins, alongside three draws and three losses. The team win rate is currently at 40%. Port Vale enters this game after suffering a 1-2 road loss to Rotherham United (2 August 2025).
In their recent 10 matches across all competitions, the team scored 20 goals, averaging 2 per game, and conceded 10 in total (1 avg/match). They had 3.5 shots on target per game on average. The team averaged 0.6 cards and 5.7 corners per match. Port Vale possession stood at 53%. Over this period, Lorent Tolaj topped the scoring chart with 4 goals, followed by Jayden Stockley (4), Sam Hart (1), and Mitchell Clark (1 goal). George Byers topped the assist chart with 1, ahead of Mitchell Clark (1 assist) and Jaheim Headley (1).
Port Vale solid results include a victory over a top-tier team. Playing away, the team won 2-0 against Wimbledon in League Two (26 Apr 2025). Even so, Port Vale has faced a string of disappointing games: playing away, they drew 0-0 with Newcastle in a friendly match (Jun 27, 2025), right after a 0-1 defeat at home against Gillingham (May 3, 2025).
Port Vale Streaks (last matches)
No positive streaks to show.
• In their last five matches, Port Vale's defense has conceded goals each time.
• Port Vale's winless streak extends to 3 consecutive matches.
At Home:
• At home, Port Vale has conceded in each of their previous three games.
• Port Vale has failed to win at home for three straight games.
At Away:
• For 4 consecutive away games, Port Vale has been unable to prevent opponents from scoring.
At Away:
• In Port Vale's recent 4 away fixtures, each team managed to score.
Fluctuating Fortunes for Cardiff's Current Form
The traveling Cardiff squad has experienced a mixed form lately, with a win percentage of just 30% over their last 10 matches (3 wins, 5 draws, 2 losses). Cardiff goes into this match after beating Peterborough United 2-1 at home on Aug 2, 2025.
In their recent 10-match run, Cardiff City scored 19 times (1.9/match) and allowed 15 goals (1.5 per match). The team was shown 1 cards per match, and won 4.7 corners on average. They had 5.1 shots on target per game and a possession of 51%. During this period, the leading scorers were Yousef Salech with 5 goals, Rubin Colwill with 3, Callum Robinson with 1 goal, and David Turnbull (1). The leading assisters were Callum O'Dowda (1 assist), Chris Willock (1), and Ollie Tanner (1).
Cardiff Streaks (last matches)
• Over the past three matches, Cardiff consistently scored more than 2 goals.
• Cardiff City remains unbeaten over the past 6 matches.
At Home:
• Cardiff surpassed 2 goals in every one of their last three home matches.
• For 5 home matches in a row, Cardiff City has secured either wins or draws.
At Away:
• Cardiff City's away form shows no losses in three straight games.
• Cardiff has failed to secure a clean sheet in their previous 3 games.
• Over the past three games, Cardiff and their opponents have both scored.
• Cardiff City's last three games all produced over 2.5 goals.
At Home:
• Cardiff's recent three home matches all had more than 2.5 goals.
Yousef Salech (Cardiff) is the top candidate to find the net today, after netting 5 times in his previous 10 appearances.
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Pre Match Statistics
Form Guide
These stats present averages and percentages for various metrics, highlighting key data into each team's current form. You can identify which team is more dominant, in both positive and negative aspects. The data is based on the last 10 matches across all competitions for both teams.
Points Per Game (Overall)
Port Vale
Cardiff
1.5
1.4
Points Per Game (Home/Away)
Port Vale (H)
Cardiff (A)
0.33
1
Win Percentage (Overall)
Port Vale
Cardiff
40%
30%
Win Percentage (Home/Away)
Port Vale (H)
Cardiff (A)
0%
20%
Both Teams To Score (Overall)
Port Vale
Cardiff
50%
70%
Both Teams To Score (Home/Away)
Port Vale (H)
Cardiff (A)
33%
80%
Over 2.5 Goals (Overall)
Port Vale
Cardiff
50%
70%
Over 2.5 Goals (Home/Away)
Port Vale (H)
Cardiff (A)
33%
80%
Head to Head Statistics
Overall H2H (1 matches):
Port Vale
Cardiff
0 Wins
0 Draws
1 Wins
When Port Vale play at home against Cardiff, the H2H record looks like this: