Match statistics snapshot
- Southampton created the clearer chances on xG (1.78 vs 2.05, Δ 0.27).
- Southampton fired more attempts (21 vs 12 shots).
- Cardiff was more accurate in front of goal (58% on target vs 38%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 1.78 | Expected goals (xG) | 2.05Lead |
| 1Lead | Offsides | 2 |
| 7 | Shots inside the box | 18Lead |
| 3 |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 7Lead |
| 7 | Shots on target | 8Lead |
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| 5Lead | Shots outside the box | 3 |
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| 12 | Total shots | 21Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 38% | Ball possession | 62%Lead |
| 83% | Pass accuracy | 89%Lead |
| 301 | Accurate passes | 548Lead |
| 364 | Total passes | 616Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Corner kicks | 5Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Blocked shots | 6Lead |
| 7Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 5 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Cardiff | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Fouls | 8Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 1Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |