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Reading vs Cardiff H2H Stats

Next Match: Reading vs Cardiff

Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 14:00

League One

Based on the last 10 recorded meetings, this fixture averages 3.1 goals per game with over 2.5 goals in 60% of matches.

Updated with the latest available match data

Reading vs Cardiff Last Matches

Recent head-to-head results between Reading and Cardiff. The last 5 matches reveal the short-term trend, while the last 10 matches provide a broader picture of recent form in this fixture.

Last 5 Matches Summary

1
Reading Wins
0
Draws
4
Cardiff Wins
Goals Scored13
Avg / Match2.6
BTTS4/5 (80%)
Over 2.54/5 (80%)

Last 10 Matches Summary

4
Reading Wins
2
Draws
4
Cardiff Wins
Goals Scored31
Avg / Match3.1
BTTS8/10 (80%)
Over 2.56/10 (60%)

Cardiff have won 4 of the last 5 meetings, while the last 10 matches show a more balanced record.

Reading vs Cardiff Results History

Complete head-to-head match record between Reading and Cardiff, covering all 10 recorded encounters.

DateCompetitionHomeScoreAway
18 Oct 2025League OneCardiff2 - 1Reading
31 Jul 2024Friendlies ClubsCardiff2 - 1Reading
17 Feb 2023ChampionshipCardiff1 - 0Reading
06 Aug 2022ChampionshipReading2 - 1Cardiff
09 Apr 2022ChampionshipReading1 - 2Cardiff
02 Oct 2021ChampionshipCardiff0 - 1Reading
16 Apr 2021ChampionshipReading1 - 1Cardiff
26 Sept 2020ChampionshipCardiff1 - 2Reading
04 Feb 2020FA CupCardiff5 - 5Reading
31 Jan 2020ChampionshipCardiff1 - 1Reading

From 10 recorded meetings, Reading have won 4 times and Cardiff 4, with 2 draws.

Reading vs Cardiff H2H Statistics

Head-to-head statistics and win distribution across 10 all-time meetings between Reading and Cardiff.

Reading: 4 (40%)Draws: 2 (20%)Cardiff: 4 (40%)
10 matches played
Total Games
10
Avg Goals/Game
3.1
Games 2.5+ Goals
6
Over 2.5 Goals %
60%

This is a competitive fixture — neither side holds a commanding advantage across 10 all-time meetings.

Reading vs Cardiff Goal Stats

Goal-scoring statistics from all 10 head-to-head matches. Average goals per match, goals scored by each team, and total goals overview.

Total Goals
31
Avg Goals / Match
3.10
Reading Avg
1.50
Cardiff Avg
1.60

This is a high-scoring fixture with an average of 3.10 goals per match. Reading average 1.50 goals while Cardiff contribute 1.60 per game.

Reading vs Cardiff BTTS & Over/Under Goals Stats

Both teams to score (BTTS) percentages and over/under goal thresholds from 10 head-to-head matches between Reading and Cardiff.

MarketCount%Bar
BTTS Yes8/1080%
BTTS No2/1020%
Over 1.5 Goals8/1080%
Under 1.5 Goals2/1020%
Over 2.5 Goals6/1060%
Under 2.5 Goals4/1040%
Over 3.5 Goals1/1010%
Under 3.5 Goals9/1090%

Both teams have scored in 80% of all Reading vs Cardiff encounters. The over 2.5 goals rate stands at 60%, while under 2.5 goals has occurred in 40% of matches. BTTS Yes is a strong trend in this fixture.

Reading vs Cardiff Correct Score Stats

Most common scorelines from 10 head-to-head matches between Reading and Cardiff, useful for correct score betting analysis.

ScorelineOccurrencesPercentage
1-23 times30%
2-12 times20%
1-12 times20%
0-11 time10%
1-01 time10%
5-51 time10%
0-0 Draws
0 (0%)
1-Goal Margin
7 (70%)
2-Goal Margin
0 (0%)
3+ Goal Margin
0 (0%)

The most common result in Reading vs Cardiff matches is 1-2, occurring in 3 of 10 games (30%). Results with a 1-goal margin are the most frequent, accounting for 70% of all meetings. Draws have been a regular feature of this fixture, with 30% of matches ending level.

Reading vs Cardiff Scoring Patterns

Goal distribution and scoring pattern analysis from 10 head-to-head encounters.

0 Goals
0
0%
1 Goal
2
20%
2 Goals
2
20%
3 Goals
5
50%
4+ Goals
1
10%
Close Matches (≤1 goal)
10 (100%)
Blowouts (3+ goals)
0 (0%)
Reading Blanked
1 (10%)
Cardiff Blanked
1 (10%)

This fixture tends to produce tight, competitive encounters with 100% of matches decided by one goal or less. Both teams scored in 80% of meetings. Reading failed to score in 10% of games, while Cardiff were shut out in 10% of matches.

Reading vs Cardiff Home vs Away Stats

How each team performs when playing at home versus away in this head-to-head fixture, based on venue splits across all recorded meetings.

Reading
Cardiff
StatHomeAwayHomeAway
Games Played3773
Win Rate33%43%43%33%
Avg Goals / Game2.673.293.292.67

Reading perform similarly regardless of venue in this head-to-head. Cardiff show consistent results across both venues.

Reading vs Cardiff Team Comparison

A direct side-by-side breakdown of Reading and Cardiff across key metrics from their head-to-head record.

ReadingStatCardiff
4Wins4
40%Win Rate40%
15Goals Scored16
1Clean Sheets1

Cardiff lead the overall scoring charts in this fixture with 16 goals.

Current Streaks (from latest game)

Consecutive Wins

Reading0 in a row
Cardiff3 in a row

Consecutive High-Scoring Games

Over 2.5 goals2 games
Over 3.5 goals0 games
Over 4.5 goals0 games

Reading vs Cardiff Match Preview

The head-to-head rivalry between Reading and Cardiff spans 10 recorded meetings across all competitions, primarily in the League One. This fixture has produced a total of 31 goals at an average of 3.1 per match, making it a consistently entertaining encounter for neutrals and bettors alike.

The historical record is remarkably balanced, with both sides winning 4 matches each and 2 draws. From a goal-scoring perspective, over 2.5 goals has landed in 60% of their encounters, while both teams have scored in 80% of matches. The most common scoreline is 1-2, occurring 3 times.

Looking at recent momentum, Cardiff have been the stronger side in recent meetings, winning 4 of the last 5 encounters. Cardiff are currently on a 3-match winning streak in this fixture.

For betting purposes, the over 2.5 goals market looks particularly appealing given the high-scoring history. BTTS Yes is strongly supported by the data. Based on the head-to-head record, neither side has a clear historical edge, though recent form and league context should always factor into any assessment.

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