Match statistics snapshot
- Cardiff created the clearer chances on xG (0.63 vs 0.97, Δ 0.34).
- Cardiff was more accurate in front of goal (33% on target vs 8%).
- Birmingham held more of the ball (56% possession).
Birmingham vs Cardiff
Birmingham vs Cardiff
Attacking
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 0.63 | Expected goals (xG) | 0.97Lead |
| Offsides | ||
| 9Lead | Shots inside the box | 7 |
| 2 | Shots off target | 4Lead |
| 1 | Shots on target | 4Lead |
| 3 | Shots outside the box | 5Lead |
| 12 | Total shots | 12 |
Possession & passing
How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 56%Lead | Ball possession | 44% |
| 81%Lead | Pass accuracy | 73% |
| 377Lead | Accurate passes | 271 |
| 465Lead | Total passes | 369 |
Set pieces
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 5Lead | Corner kicks | 4 |
Defensive & goalkeeping
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Blocked shots | 4 |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
Discipline
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | Fouls | 10Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 1Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |