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ChampionshipChampionship· Kick-off : Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 19:45 (UK time)

Cardiff vs Watford prediction: correct score and AI tips

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Match analysis

Championship, matchday 10: the Cardiff vs Watford match is scheduled on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 19:45 (UK time). Venue: Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff. The edge goes to Cardiff (57%), ahead of the draw (23%) and a Watford win (20%).

Cardiff have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 5 and conceding 7. Watford have won just one of their last 5 matches (0 draws, 4 defeats), scoring 3 and conceding 7. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Cardiff score 1.00 and concede 1.40 goals per game; Watford score 0.60 and concede 1.40. In the table, Cardiff sit 21st with 7 points from 9 games, Watford 20th with 8 points from 9. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Cardiff have averaged 1.76 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.07 for Watford.

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Cardiff and Watford: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. Cardiff out or doubtful: K. Bielik (suspended), C. Chambers and R. Colwill. Watford: T. Akomeah (doubtful), K. Baah, E. Bove and J. Ngakia (doubtful). In double chance terms, "Cardiff or draw" stands at 80%, "Watford or draw" at 43% and "no draw" at 77%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

57%
Cardiff (Win)
23%
Draw
20%
Watford (Win)

Double chance

80%
Cardiff or draw
43%
Watford or draw
77%
No draw

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Cardiff

DateOpponentScore
Sep 19, 2026Charlton · Championship3-1W
Sep 12, 2026Bolton · Championship0-1L
Sep 8, 2026Stoke City · Championship1-1D
Sep 5, 2026Portsmouth · Championship0-2L
Sep 2, 2026QPR · Championship1-2L

Watford

DateOpponentScore
Sep 18, 2026Bristol City · Championship0-1L
Sep 12, 2026Stoke City · Championship1-2L
Sep 8, 2026Preston · Championship2-1W
Sep 5, 2026West Brom · Championship0-1L
Sep 1, 2026Swansea · Championship0-2L

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
Cardiff2179
Watford2089

Head-to-head

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Cardiff and Watford: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.

Out and doubtful

Cardiff

  • K. Bielik (suspended)
  • C. Chambers (out)
  • R. Colwill (out)

Watford

  • T. Akomeah (doubtful)
  • K. Baah (out)
  • E. Bove (out)
  • J. Ngakia (doubtful)

Most regular starters

Cardiff

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Robertson5/5
  • G. Osho5/5
  • J. Bagan5/5
  • J. Moylan5/5
  • N. Trott5/5
  • O. Tanner5/5
  • P. Ng5/5
  • Y. Salech5/5
  • C. Willock4/5
  • K. Bielik4/5
  • J. Colwill3/5

Watford

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • F. Ravaglia5/5
  • H. Kyprianou5/5
  • K. Keben5/5
  • M. Pollock5/5
  • E. Kayembe4/5
  • I. Bravo4/5
  • M. Doumbia4/5
  • A. Nabizada3/5
  • J. Zemura3/5
  • O. Maamma3/5
  • L. Kjerrumgaard2/5

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Cardiff vs Watford prediction?

Our AI gives Cardiff a 57% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Watford 20%. Cardiff are therefore favourites.

When and where is Cardiff vs Watford played?

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 19:45 (UK time), Championship, matchday 10. Venue: Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff.

What form are Cardiff and Watford in?

Cardiff: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 7 conceded). Watford: 1 win, 0 draws and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches (3 scored, 7 conceded).

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