Cardiff City vs Burton Albion - League One
Fixture Preview - 6 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Cardiff City will host Burton Albion at the Cardiff City Stadium this Saturday, with both teams approaching the match from contrasting recent performances. Cardiff is in strong form, having secured four wins and a draw in their last five outings, showcasing a potent attacking threat. In contrast, Burton Albion has struggled, managing only two draws and three losses in their last five matches, which places them under pressure as they seek to turn their fortunes around. One key angle to consider is Cardiff's home advantage, where they have historically performed well against Burton. In their last ten encounters, Cardiff has won four times at home and three times away, indicating a clear upper hand. Additionally, Cardiff's recent scoring form suggests that they could exploit Burton's defensive vulnerabilities, particularly given that both teams have seen a significant number of matches go over 2.5 goals in their head-to-head history. With Cardiff looking to solidify their position in the upper echelons of League One, this match presents an opportunity for them to assert dominance against a struggling Burton side.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Stevenage | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2 |  Cardiff City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 3 |  Barnsley | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 4 |  Bradford City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 5 |  Huddersfield Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 6 |  Luton Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 7 |  Lincoln City | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 8 |  Stockport County | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 9 |  Leyton Orient | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 10 |  Doncaster Rovers | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 11 |  Exeter City | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 12 |  Mansfield Town | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Wigan Athletic | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 |  AFC Wimbledon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 15 |  Bolton Wanderers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 16 |  Burton Albion | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 17 |  Rotherham United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 18 |  Blackpool | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Port Vale | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2018 | Burton Albion | 1–5 | Cardiff City | Club Friendlies 1 |
| March 30, 2018 | Cardiff City | 3–1 | Burton Albion | Championship |
| August 22, 2017 | Cardiff City | 1–2 | Burton Albion | Carabao Cup |
| August 5, 2017 | Burton Albion | 0–1 | Cardiff City | Championship |
| January 21, 2017 | Cardiff City | 1–0 | Burton Albion | Championship |
| October 1, 2016 | Burton Albion | 2–0 | Cardiff City | Championship |
| August 11, 2010 | Cardiff City | 4–1 | Burton Albion | Carabao Cup |