Match statistics snapshot
- Cardiff fired more attempts (17 vs 10 shots).
- Cardiff held more of the ball (58% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Offsides | 1 |
| 11Lead | Shots inside the box | 5 |
| 9Lead | Shots off target | 7 |
| 3Lead | Shots on target | 1 |
| 6Lead | Shots outside the box | 5 |
| 17Lead | Total shots | 10 |
How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 58%Lead | Ball possession | 42% |
| 66%Lead | Pass accuracy | 52% |
| 235Lead | Accurate passes | 125 |
| 356Lead | Total passes | 242 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Corner kicks | 8Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 5Lead | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 0 | Goalkeeper saves | 2Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Fouls | 14Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 1 | Yellow cards | 0Lead |