Cardiff City vs Reading - League One
Fixture Preview - 18 October 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Cardiff City will host Reading at the Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday, 18 October, in a League One clash that promises to be intriguing. Cardiff comes into this match in strong form, having secured four wins and a draw in their last five outings. Their attacking prowess has been evident, with the team scoring consistently, which could put pressure on Reading's defence. The home side's recent performances suggest they will look to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities. In contrast, Reading has struggled lately, managing only one win in their last five matches. Their inconsistency is evident, particularly in defensive situations, where they have conceded goals frequently. Historically, matches between these two sides have been competitive, with both teams finding the net in eight of their last ten encounters. Given Cardiff's current form and Reading's defensive vulnerabilities, a high-scoring affair seems likely. Cardiff will aim to exploit these weaknesses, making this match a crucial test for both sides as they navigate their League One campaigns.
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 |  Cardiff City | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13 |
| 2 |  Huddersfield Town | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 3 |  Stevenage | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 4 |  Bradford City | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 5 |  Stockport County | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 6 |  Barnsley | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 7 |  Lincoln City | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 8 |  Doncaster Rovers | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 9 |  Mansfield Town | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
| 10 |  AFC Wimbledon | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
| 11 |  Luton Town | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
| 12 |  Wigan Athletic | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| 13 |  Leyton Orient | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| 14 |  Exeter City | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 15 |  Bolton Wanderers | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 16 |  Burton Albion | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 17 |  Rotherham United | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 18 |  Northampton Town | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 19 |  Plymouth Argyle | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 20 |  Blackpool | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 21 |  Wycombe Wanderers | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 22 |  Port Vale | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 23 |  Reading | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 24 |  Peterborough United | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 31, 2024 | Cardiff City | 2–1 | Reading | Club Friendlies 3 |
| February 17, 2023 | Cardiff City | 1–0 | Reading | Championship |
| August 6, 2022 | Reading | 2–1 | Cardiff City | Championship |
| April 9, 2022 | Reading | 1–2 | Cardiff City | Championship |
| October 2, 2021 | Cardiff City | 0–1 | Reading | Championship |
| April 16, 2021 | Reading | 1–1 | Cardiff City | Championship |
| September 26, 2020 | Cardiff City | 1–2 | Reading | Championship |
| February 4, 2020 | Cardiff City | 2–2 | Reading | FA Cup |
| January 31, 2020 | Cardiff City | 1–1 | Reading | Championship |
| January 25, 2020 | Reading | 1–1 | Cardiff City | FA Cup |