Plymouth Argyle vs Cardiff City predictions, Feb 21, 2026

Feb 15, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League One, on Saturday,

Plymouth

Cardiff City

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As Plymouth Argyle prepares to host Cardiff City on February 21, 2026, anticipation builds around this English League One clash. In recent form, Plymouth has shown some resilience, securing victory in 2 out of their last 5 matches. However, their position in the league has been characterized by inconsistency, which may challenge their home advantage.

Conversely, Cardiff City is entering this fixture with a more robust recent track record, having won 3 of their last 5 games. Their current momentum could provide them with a psychological edge and increased confidence on the pitch.

Tactically, Plymouth will need to bolster their defensive organization, as Cardiff’s attacking prowess has been evident in their recent performances. Conversely, Cardiff may exploit opportunities on the counterattack, taking advantage of any lapses in the home side’s defense.

According to bookmakers, odds favor Cardiff City slightly at 2.1, reflecting their strong form. Our model suggests a probability of 29% for a Plymouth home win, 26.8% for a draw, and 44.1% for an away victory. While Cardiff’s recent successes make them the likely favorites, football remains unpredictable, and anything can happen in this highly competitive league.

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Plymouth
28.9%		 Draw
26.9%		 Cardiff
44.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of English League One Cardiff: 63.19% Plymouth: 0.22%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 3.15 3.45 2.12
MarathonBet 3.22 3.56 2.1 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 3.1 3.3 2.1
Pinnacle 3.15 3.48 2.15
Best for US Customers 3.25 3.4 2.05

Latest Results

14.02.26 Blackpool – Plymouth Argyle – 0:4
07.02.26 Plymouth Argyle – Lincoln City – 1:4
31.01.26 Stockport County – Plymouth Argyle – 2:1
27.01.26 Plymouth Argyle – Mansfield Town – 1:1
24.01.26 Plymouth Argyle – Luton Town – 1:0		 14.02.26 Cardiff City – Luton Town – 3:1
07.02.26 Rotherham United – Cardiff City – 0:3
31.01.26 Burton Albion – Cardiff City – 2:2
27.01.26 Cardiff City – Barnsley FC – 4:0
24.01.26 Cardiff City – Stockport County – 1:1

Facts

  • Watch a clash between a mid-table side and a current leader (ranked 12 and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Championship).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Plymouth won 1.
  • Plymouth has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Cardiff is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Cardiff might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Plymouth won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 6:14. (average 1:2.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Plymouth won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 4:3. (average 1.3:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    30.08.25 Cardiff City – Plymouth Argyle – 4:0
    22.02.25 Plymouth Argyle – Cardiff City – 1:1
    19.10.24 Cardiff City – Plymouth Argyle – 5:0
    20.01.24 Plymouth Argyle – Cardiff City – 3:1
    26.12.23 Cardiff City – Plymouth Argyle – 2:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Cardiff 31 20 6 5 58:30 28 66
    2 Lincoln 31 18 8 5 53:31 22 62
    3 Bolton 32 15 11 6 42:30 12 56
    4 Stockport County 30 15 8 7 42:35 7 53
    5 Bradford City 30 15 7 8 39:33 6 52
    6 Huddersfield 32 14 7 11 53:43 10 49
    7 Reading 31 12 10 9 46:41 5 46
    8 Luton 31 13 6 12 41:38 3 45
    9 Stevenage 30 12 9 9 32:30 2 45
    10 Peterborough 32 14 2 16 45:43 2 44
    11 Wycombe 31 11 10 10 42:34 8 43
    12 Plymouth 31 12 4 15 41:46 -5 40
    13 Mansfield 29 10 9 10 37:32 5 39
    14 Exeter 30 11 6 13 33:30 3 39
    15 AFC Wimbledon 30 11 6 13 35:41 -6 39
    16 Barnsley 28 10 8 10 47:49 -2 38
    17 Northampton 31 9 7 15 29:39 -10 34
    18 Leyton Orient 30 9 6 15 40:49 -9 33
    19 Blackpool 31 9 6 16 37:48 -11 33
    20 Doncaster 30 9 6 15 33:50 -17 33
    21 Burton 30 8 8 14 33:45 -12 32
    22 Wigan 30 7 10 13 31:42 -11 31
    23 Rotherham 29 8 7 14 31:43 -12 31
    24 Port Vale 28 5 7 16 22:40 -18 22

    English League One Outrights

    1. Cardiff: 1.35 (63.19%)

    2. Lincoln City: 3.77 (22.64%)

    3. Bolton: 22.5 (3.79%)

    4. Stockport County: 30 (2.84%)

    5. Bradford City: 94.67 (0.9%)

    6. Doncaster Rovers: 100 (0.85%)

    7. Wimbledon FC: 100 (0.85%)

    8. Huddersfield: 108.67 (0.79%)

    9. Luton: 158.67 (0.54%)

    10. Reading: 175.33 (0.49%)

    11. Peterborough: 180.2 (0.47%)

    12. Wycombe: 192 (0.44%)

    13. Stevenage: 233.67 (0.37%)

    14. Barnsley: 280.2 (0.3%)

    15. Mansfield: 380.2 (0.22%)

    16. Plymouth: 380.2 (0.22%)

    17. Exeter: 380.2 (0.22%)

    18. Wigan: 580.2 (0.15%)

    19. AFC Wimbledon: 700.25 (0.12%)

    20. Port Vale: 980.2 (0.09%)

    21. Northampton: 980.2 (0.09%)

    22. Leyton Orient: 980.2 (0.09%)

    23. Blackpool: 980.2 (0.09%)

    24. Rotherham: 980.2 (0.09%)

    25. Burton: 980.2 (0.09%)

    26. Doncaster: 1200.25 (0.07%)

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