Match statistics snapshot
- Preston fired more attempts (16 vs 11 shots).
- Preston held more of the ball (59% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 6 | Shots inside the box | 10Lead |
| 3 | Shots off target | 4Lead |
| 3 | Shots on target |
| 4Lead |
| 5 | Shots outside the box | 6Lead |
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| 11 | Total shots | 16Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 41% | Ball possession | 59%Lead |
| 52% | Pass accuracy | 68%Lead |
| 144 | Accurate passes | 266Lead |
| 275 | Total passes | 392Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Corner kicks | 7Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Blocked shots | 8Lead |
| 3 | Goalkeeper saves | 3 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 12Lead | Fouls | 15 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 4 |