Plymouth Argyle vs Cardiff Prediction | EFL League One | 21/02

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21 Feb 2026 07:30

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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

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

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

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Points & Results

  • 1.34
    PPG
    2.16
  • 41%
    Wins
    66%
  • 50%
    First to Score
    56%

Goals Scored & Conceded

  • 1.38
    Scored/game
    1.94
  • 1.47
    Conceded/game
    0.97
  • 1.40
    xG
    1.69
  • 1.40
    xGA
    1.30

Trends

  • 47%
    Both Score
    56%
  • 28%
    Clean Sheet
    38%
  • 25%
    Failed to Score
    9%

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

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Last updated: 30-04-2026

Published: 21 Feb 2026
Updated: 24 Oct 2026