Main prediction: Bolton Wanderers to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance Bolton Wanderers
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The EFL Championship 2026/27 renews a clash that has history. Bolton Wanderers and Cardiff City meet again this 12/09 (Saturday), at Toughsheet Community Stadium (University of Bolton Stadium), at 12:30.
In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, Bolton Wanderers have won 0 time(s) and score 0.8 goals per match. Meanwhile, Cardiff City have won 0. Bolton Wanderers lead the betting with a 38.17% chance of winning.
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Prediction for Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City
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Overview Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City
Bolton Wanderers are favourites, with a 38.17% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Cardiff City Football Club Limited win are at 2.86 and a draw at 8.5.
In the EFL Championship, Bolton Wanderers have 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 4 defeat(s), with 6 goal(s) scored and 12 conceded, having Samuel George Dalby as top scorer with 2 goal(s). Meanwhile, Cardiff City have 0 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 7 goal(s) scored and 10 conceded, and Cian Ashford as top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Bolton Wanderers and Cardiff City
In 11 clashes between Bolton Wanderers and Cardiff City, the record is balanced: 5 win(s) for each side and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 11/04/2026, in the EFL League One. Score: Cardiff City 2-0 Bolton Wanderers.
A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.
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Bolton Wanderers: current form
Bolton Wanderers are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the EFL Championship 2026/27:
1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 4 defeat(s)
Performance: 0.67 point(s) per match
6 goals scored (1 per match)
Top scorer: Samuel George Dalby (2 goal(s))
Cardiff City: current form
Meanwhile, Cardiff City are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.
See their specific numbers in the EFL Championship:
0 win(s), 4 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
Performance: 0.67 point(s) per match
7 goals scored (1.17 per match)
Top scorer: Cian Ashford (2 goal(s))
Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City key players
In the EFL Championship, Samuel George Dalby carries Bolton Wanderers Football Club Limited's attack with 2 goal(s).
The playmaker is Thierry Gale, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Mason Burstow has 12 goal(s).
On the other side, Cian Ashford is the name that frightens the most for The Bluebirds with 2 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Ollie Tanner leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Yousef Salech has accumulated 14 goal(s).
Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City statistics in the EFL Championship
Bolton Wanderers have an average of 10.83 corners and 1.5 cards per match. Meanwhile, Cardiff City have 13 corners and 1.83 cards. See the numbers for Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City in the table below.
Bolton Wanderers
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Home | L L W W W |
1.8 |
| Away | L L D L W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 33% | 0% |
| Goals | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.33 | 0.67 |
| Conceded | 2 | 1.67 | 2.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 67% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 33% | 67% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.53 | 1.85 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.13 | 1.75 |
Cardiff City
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L D L |
0.4 |
| Home | D D L D W |
1.2 |
| Away | L L D L W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.83 | 2.67 | 3 |
| Scored | 1.17 | 1.33 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.33 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 83% | 100% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
|
xG
|
2.01 | 2.38 | 1.65 |
|
xGA
|
1.55 | 1.35 | 1.74 |
More tips for Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City
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Correct score prediction for Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City
The favoritism in the odds points to Bolton Wanderers. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Bolton Wanderers 1-0 Cardiff City. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City
Check out where to watch the live match between Cardiff City and Bolton Wanderers:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Bolton Wanderers and Cardiff City
The line-ups for Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Bolton Wanderers Football Club Limited line-up
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3
Chris Forino-Joseph
Defender
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7
Kyliane Dong
Forward
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8
Josh Sheehan
Midfielder
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10
Samuel George Dalby
Forward
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16
Samuel Iling
Forward
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18
Eoin Toal
Defender
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20
Rúben Rodrigues
Midfielder
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21
Ethan Erhahon
Midfielder
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22
Gaizka Larrazabal Goikoetxea
Defender
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25
Max Conway
Defender
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31
Gavin Bazunu
Goalkeeper
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Cardiff City Football Club Limited line-up
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1
Nathan Trott
Goalkeeper
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3
Joel Bagan
Defender
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4
Gabriel Osho
Defender
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5
Krystian Bielik
Defender
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8
Jack Moylan
Midfielder
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9
Yousef Salech
Forward
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11
Ollie Tanner
Forward
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16
Chris Willock
Forward
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18
Alexander Robertson
Midfielder
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27
Joel Colwill
Midfielder
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38
Perry Ng
Defender
The Cardiff City starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City
Match: Bolton Wanderers vs Cardiff City
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 12/09/2026
Time: 12:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Toughsheet Community Stadium (University of Bolton Stadium)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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