Match statistics snapshot
- Port Vale created the clearer chances on xG (0.79 vs 0.16, Δ 0.63).
- Port Vale fired more attempts (16 vs 9 shots).
- Cardiff held more of the ball (60% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Port Vale | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 0.79Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 0.16 |
| 3 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 10Lead | Shots inside the box | 5 |
| Shots off target |
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| 6 |
| 1 | Shots on target | 1 |
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| 6Lead | Shots outside the box | 4 |
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| 16Lead | Total shots | 9 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Port Vale | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 40% | Ball possession | 60%Lead |
| 64% | Pass accuracy | 80%Lead |
| 159 | Accurate passes | 311Lead |
| 247 | Total passes | 388Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Port Vale | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 5Lead | Corner kicks | 4 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Port Vale | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 1 | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
| Goals prevented |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Port Vale | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | Fouls | 6Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 3 | Yellow cards | 1Lead |