Match statistics snapshot
- Southampton created the clearer chances on xG (2.68 vs 1.03, Δ 1.65).
- Southampton fired more attempts (18 vs 10 shots).
- Southampton held more of the ball (64% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Southampton | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 2.68Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 1.03 |
| 2 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 11Lead | Shots inside the box | 4 |
| Shots off target |
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| 2 |
| 6Lead | Shots on target | 3 |
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| 7Lead | Shots outside the box | 6 |
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| 18Lead | Total shots | 10 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Southampton | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 64%Lead | Ball possession | 36% |
| 91%Lead | Pass accuracy | 85% |
| 653Lead | Accurate passes | 341 |
| 720Lead | Total passes | 402 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Southampton | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 7Lead | Corner kicks | 3 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Southampton | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Blocked shots | 5 |
| 2 | Goalkeeper saves | 4Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Southampton | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Fouls | 9 |
| Red cards | ||
| 1 | Yellow cards | 1 |