Match statistics snapshot
- Cardiff fired more attempts (12 vs 11 shots).
- Cardiff was more accurate in front of goal (33% on target vs 18%).
- Cardiff held more of the ball (73% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Barnsley | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| Expected goals (xG) | ||
| 1Lead | Offsides | 2 |
| 7 | Shots inside the box | 10Lead |
| 8 |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 5 |
| 2 | Shots on target | 4Lead |
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| 4Lead | Shots outside the box | 2 |
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| 11 | Total shots | 12Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Barnsley | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 27% | Ball possession | 73%Lead |
| 63% | Pass accuracy | 85%Lead |
| 144 | Accurate passes | 516Lead |
| 227 | Total passes | 609Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Barnsley | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Corner kicks | 13Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Barnsley | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blocked shots | 3Lead |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
| Goals prevented |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Barnsley | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Fouls | 7Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 0Lead | Yellow cards | 1 |