Plymouth Argyle vs Cardiff Prediction | EFL League One | 21/02
England - EFL League One
Over 2.5 Goals
Market: Over 2.5 Goals · @ 1.77
Last updated: 30-04-2026
Plymouth Argyle Form and Insights
Plymouth Argyle hosts Cardiff at the Home Park for this EFL League One fixture. The match will kick off at 12:30 (UK Time) on 21/02/2026.
Their performance in the EFL League One so far:
13 Wins
4 Draws
15 Losses
Offensive and defensive statistics:
44 goals scored
1.38 average goals per match
47 goals conceded
44 average goals conceded per match
- 24/10/2026Cambridge UnitedPlymouth ArgyleW2324/10/2026EFL League OneCambridge United
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Plymouth Argyle2 - 3W - 20/10/2026StevenagePlymouth ArgyleL3020/10/2026EFL League OneStevenage
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Plymouth Argyle3 - 0L - 17/10/2026Plymouth ArgyleHuddersfield TownL0217/10/2026EFL League OnePlymouth Argyle
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Huddersfield Town0 - 2L - 10/10/2026Plymouth ArgyleAFC WimbledonW2110/10/2026EFL League OnePlymouth Argyle
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AFC Wimbledon2 - 1W - 06/10/2026Newport CountyPlymouth ArgyleD2206/10/2026EFL TrophyNewport County
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Plymouth Argyle2 - 2D
The Bluebirds Form and Insights
Cardiff has played 32 matches in the EFL League One so far this season.
Here’s how the team comes into their match with Plymouth Argyle:
21 Wins
6 Draws
5 Losses
Goals scored and conceded:
62 goals scored
1.94 average goals per match
31 goals conceded
62 average goals conceded per match
- 24/10/2026Cardiff CityBirmingham CityW1024/10/2026ChampionshipCardiff City
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Birmingham City1 - 0W - 17/10/2026MiddlesbroughCardiff CityD2217/10/2026ChampionshipMiddlesbrough
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Cardiff City2 - 2D - 13/10/2026Cardiff CityWatfordW5113/10/2026ChampionshipCardiff City
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Watford5 - 1W - 10/10/2026Blackburn RoversCardiff CityL2110/10/2026ChampionshipBlackburn Rovers
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Cardiff City2 - 1L - 19/09/2026Cardiff CityCharlton AthleticW3119/09/2026ChampionshipCardiff City
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Charlton Athletic3 - 1W
Head-to-Head Statistics
We have seen the match between Plymouth Argyle and Cardiff on the match calendar 9 times across all competitions in the last couple of years.
The Pilgrims win - 18
Cardiff win - 27
Draw - 2
Plymouth Argyle
Home
Cardiff City
Away
Points & Results
- PPG1.342.16
- 41%Wins66%
- 50%First to Score56%
Goals Scored & Conceded
- Scored/game1.381.94
- Conceded/game1.470.97
- xG1.401.69
- xGA1.401.30
Trends
- 47%Both Score56%
- 28%Clean Sheet38%
- 25%Failed to Score9%
Access all match stats for Plymouth Argyle vs Cardiff
The last match was played on 30/08/2025 in the EFL League One, and Cardiff won the match. The match ended in 4–0.
In the table below, you can find the head-to-head results of the last few meetings.
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Players to Watch
APWin’s team of experts has compiled a list of insights to help you place informed bets on player props and goal-scoring markets.
The Pilgrims Top Players
Aribim Pepple has scored 7 goals so far this season.
Bali Mumba has given 5 assists this season.
The Bluebirds Top Players
Yousef Salech has scored 12 goals so far this season.
Ollie Tanner has given 9 assists this season.
Betting Insights for Cards and Corners
If you prefer betting on over/under markets for corners and cards, you can use the section below to find the statistics for this Plymouth Argyle vs Cardiff match.
Plymouth Argyle Cards and Corners
2.66 average cards per match
2.13 average cards when playing at home
11.63 average corners per match
11.25 average corners when playing at home
Cardiff Cards and Corners
1.84 average cards per match
1.73 average cards when playing away
9.63 average corners per match
8.67 average corners when playing away
Additional Betting Tips
After thorough analysis of the past data, our team of experts has come up with additional predictions for the match.
Keep in mind that the prediction on the top of the page is our main tip. In case you are looking for more value picks, you can use our additional predictions below.
Our prediction is: Cardiff win or draw
We feel strongly about Cardiff's chances of leaving with a point, or maybe even more. That is why our betting tip is Cardiff to win or draw on the Double Chance market.
Cardiff has shown considerable courage and determination in their recent away performances, while Plymouth Argyle's form has not been the most convincing. So while an away win might be too much to ask for, Cardiff is more than capable of collecting a point in this match.
Our prediction is: Both teams don't score
How likely is it that both Plymouth Argyle and Cardiff score in their upcoming match? Based on our expert analysis, don't bet on it.
We expect to see a hard-fought match high on effort and intensity but low on actual goals, so our betting tip is to take the 'no' on the BTTS market.
Match Details
Match date: 21/02/2026
Kick-off time: 12:30
Competition: EFL League One
Game week: 34
Stadium: Home Park
How APWin Makes Its Predictions
Our football predictions are written using a structured analysis of factors that impact match outcomes. We combine long-term performance with the latest team news and real-time market signals to write our predictions.
Here's what we take into account:
Historical match data
Home and away performance trends
Recent form, squad news, and team dynamics
Betting market odds and line movement analysis
Over 2.5 Goals
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Last updated: 30-04-2026