Derby vs Cardiff — Prediction & Betting Tips

Derby take on Cardiff in the Championship on Saturday, 22 August 2026. Below is our data-driven preview and prediction for this fixture, based on head-to-head history and recent form.

In their last 15 meetings, Derby have won 3, drawn 3 and lost 7 against Cardiff. These fixtures have averaged 2.2 goals per game, with both teams scoring in 47% of them.

Defensively, Derby kept 3 clean sheets and Cardiff kept 4 across those meetings, giving a useful guide to how tight this matchup tends to be.