Exeter City vs Cardiff City predictions, Mar 14, 2026

Mar 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League One, on Saturday,

Exeter City

Cardiff City

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On March 14, 2026, Exeter City will host Cardiff City in an important League One clash at St James Park. The current form disparity between the two sides points to a challenging matchup for the home team. Exeter City has struggled significantly, failing to secure a victory in their last five matches. This lack of form has raised concerns about their defensive stability and overall confidence.

In contrast, Cardiff City is entering this fixture with a rejuvenated spirit, having won three of their last five games. Their recent success has been attributed to a solid tactical approach, characterized by effective pressing and quick transitions that capitalize on opponents’ defensive weaknesses. With odds favoring Cardiff at 1.85, the bookmakers and trend analysis suggest a strong belief in their potential to secure an away victory.

Our model predicts a 50.9% chance of an away win, with a likelihood of a draw at 25.5%. Given Exeter’s current difficulties and Cardiff’s momentum, the predicted final score of 1-2 reflects the statistical edge in favor of the visitors. However, football can be unpredictable, and Exeter will be keen to overturn their fortunes on home soil.

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Exeter
24.2%		 Draw
26.1%		 Cardiff
49.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2

Outrights of English League One Cardiff: 41.14%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 3.95 3.55 1.88
MarathonBet 3.92 3.64 1.86 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 3.8 3.4 1.85
Pinnacle 3.68 3.6 1.92

Latest Results

07.03.26 Barnsley FC – Exeter City – 2:1
03.03.26 Exeter City – Burton Albion – 1:1
28.02.26 Exeter City – Bolton Wanderers – 1:5
21.02.26 Peterborough United – Exeter City – 3:3
17.02.26 Exeter City – Wycombe Wanderers – 1:1		 07.03.26 Cardiff City – Lincoln City – 0:2
28.02.26 Doncaster Rovers – Cardiff City – 0:4
21.02.26 Plymouth Argyle – Cardiff City – 5:2
17.02.26 Cardiff City – AFC Wimbledon – 4:1
14.02.26 Cardiff City – Luton Town – 3:1

Facts

  • Watch a clash between a mid-table side and a current leader (ranked 15 and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ Championship).
  • Recent form of Exeter has been disappointing (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Cardiff has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Exeter may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Cardiff is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 3:2. (average 1:0.7).
  • Including home match between the teams, Exeter won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 0:1.

    Latest Head To Head

    26.12.25 Cardiff City – Exeter City – 1:0
    16.09.25 Exeter City – Cardiff City – 0:1
    28.07.16 Cardiff City – Exeter City – 0:3

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Lincoln 35 22 8 5 65:31 34 74
    2 Cardiff 35 22 6 7 68:38 30 72
    3 Bolton 36 17 13 6 53:36 17 64
    4 Bradford City 35 18 7 10 45:39 6 61
    5 Stockport County 34 16 8 10 47:43 4 56
    6 Huddersfield 36 16 7 13 56:46 10 55
    7 Reading 35 14 12 9 53:46 7 54
    8 Stevenage 34 15 9 10 38:35 3 54
    9 Wycombe 36 14 11 11 52:39 13 53
    10 Plymouth 35 15 4 16 51:51 0 49
    11 Luton 35 13 8 14 45:44 1 47
    12 Barnsley 33 13 8 12 55:55 0 47
    13 Peterborough 35 14 4 17 50:49 1 46
    14 AFC Wimbledon 34 13 7 14 42:48 -6 46
    15 Exeter 35 11 9 15 40:42 -2 42
    16 Mansfield 33 10 11 12 39:37 2 41
    17 Burton 36 10 10 16 39:51 -12 40
    18 Doncaster 34 11 6 17 37:57 -20 39
    19 Wigan 34 9 11 14 36:47 -11 38
    20 Blackpool 35 10 8 17 41:55 -14 38
    21 Leyton Orient 34 10 6 18 45:58 -13 36
    22 Rotherham 35 9 8 18 33:48 -15 35
    23 Northampton 36 9 8 19 31:48 -17 35
    24 Port Vale 32 6 9 17 26:44 -18 27

    English League One Outrights

    1. Lincoln City: 1.64 (55.99%)

    2. Cardiff: 2.23 (41.14%)

    3. Bolton: 76 (1.2%)

    4. Bradford City: 201 (0.46%)

    5. Stockport County: 226 (0.41%)

    6. Huddersfield: 501 (0.18%)

    7. Reading: 501 (0.18%)

    8. Stevenage: 751 (0.12%)

    9. Wycombe: 1001 (0.09%)

    10. Barnsley: 1501 (0.06%)

    11. Plymouth: 1501 (0.06%)

    12. Luton: 2001 (0.05%)

    13. Peterborough: 4001 (0.02%)

    14. Mansfield: 4501 (0.02%)

    15. AFC Wimbledon: 4501 (0.02%)

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