Match statistics snapshot
- Cardiff created the clearer chances on xG (0.32 vs 0.76, Δ 0.44).
- Cardiff fired more attempts (19 vs 4 shots).
- Cardiff held more of the ball (65% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Preston | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 0.32 | Expected goals (xG) | 0.76Lead |
| 1 | Offsides | 0Lead |
| 3 | Shots inside the box | 11Lead |
| Shots off target |
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| 4Lead |
| 2 | Shots on target | 8Lead |
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| 1 | Shots outside the box | 8Lead |
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| 4 | Total shots | 19Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Preston | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 35% | Ball possession | 65%Lead |
| 67% | Pass accuracy | 83%Lead |
| 202 | Accurate passes | 456Lead |
| 300 | Total passes | 552Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Preston | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Corner kicks | 13Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Preston | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blocked shots | 7Lead |
| 6Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Preston | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Fouls | 6Lead |
| 1 | Red cards | 0Lead |
| 5 | Yellow cards | 1Lead |