Derby County vs Cardiff City betting tips: Championship preview, predictions & odds
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Derby County have shown a lot of fight this season to try and stay in the division.
The Rams have fallen just short but they will be looking to out with a bang on Saturday.
Wayne Rooney looks intent on bringing them back up next season and he will be hoping for another win this weekend.
His side won 2-0 away at Blackpool in their last outing.
Malcolm Ebiowei to score anytime (3/1)
Ebiowei has recently been given a shot in the first-team.
The 18-year-old has particularly impressed in the Rams’ last two matches.
The winger has three goal contributions in his last two apperances.
BLACKPOOL, ENGLAND – APRIL 30: Malcolm Ebiowei of Derby County celebrates after scoring his side’s first goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Blackpool and Derby County at Bloomfield Road on April 30, 2022 in Blackpool, England. (Photo by James Gill/Getty Images)
Match preview: Derby County vs Cardiff City
Despite a valiant effort to beat the drop, Derby County have suffered relegation.
Wayne Rooney’s side had to contend with a points deduction and the major distraction of off-field matters involving the future of the club.
The Rams head into the final game of the season sat 22nd in the table.
Their last outing saw them produce a spirited win over Blackpool.
Derby won 2-0 at Bloomfield Road with Malcolm Ebiowei and Eiran Cashin scoring the goals.
LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 18: Wayne Rooney, Manager of Derby County reacts to defeat after the Sky Bet Championship match between Queens Park Rangers and Derby County at The Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium on April 18, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)
Cardiff City winless in five
Cardiff City have now gone five games without a win.
The Bluebirds have also lost four times during that run of games.
Steve Morison’s team have lost to Hull, Luton, Sheffield United and Middlesbrough.
In their last outing, they drew 1-1 at home with fellow strugglers Birmingham City.
The South Wales club head into the final game of the season in 19th place.
CARDIFF, UNITED KINGDOM – MARCH 18: Detailed view of a Cardiff City badge during the Sky Bet Championship match between Cardiff City and Ipswich Town at the Cardiff City Stadium on March 18, 2017 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Harry Trump/Getty Images)
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Derby County vs Cardiff City - 0:1
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Blackpool vs Derby County - 0:2
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Derby County vs Bristol City - 1:3
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Queens Park Rangers vs Derby County - 1:0
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Derby County vs Fulham FC - 2:1
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Latest match form, last 5 games: |
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Derby County vs Cardiff City - 0:1
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Cardiff City vs Birmingham City - 1:1
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Middlesbrough FC vs Cardiff City - 2:0
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Sheffield United vs Cardiff City - 1:0
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Cardiff City vs Luton Town - 0:1
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| May 7, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Derby County | 0 - 1 | Cardiff City |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Blackpool | 0 - 2 | Derby County |
| April 23, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Derby County | 1 - 3 | Bristol City |
| April 18, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Queens Park Rangers | 1 - 0 | Derby County |
| April 15, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Derby County | 2 - 1 | Fulham FC |
| May 7, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Derby County | 0 - 1 | Cardiff City |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Cardiff City | 1 - 1 | Birmingham City |
| April 27, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Middlesbrough FC | 2 - 0 | Cardiff City |
| April 23, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Sheffield United | 1 - 0 | Cardiff City |
| April 18, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Cardiff City | 0 - 1 | Luton Town |
| Derby County | Cardiff City | |
|---|---|---|
| 46 | Matches played | 46 |
| 14 | Matches won | 15 |
| 107 | Goal attempts | 93 |
| 35 | Shots on goal | 32 |
| 34 | Shots off goal | 37 |
| 188 | Corner kicks | 180 |
| 15% | Average ball possession | 8% |
| 38 | Shots blocked | 24 |
| 97 | Cards given | 107 |
| 179 | Free kicks | 71 |
| 24 | Offsides | 13 |
| 4 | Shots on post | 2 |
| 1 | Shots on bar | 1 |
| 38 | Goals by foot | 39 |
| 5 | Goals by head | 10 |
| 45 | Goals scored | 50 |
| 53 | Goals conceded | 68 |
| Derby County | Cardiff City | |
|---|---|---|
| 32 | Matches | 32 |
| 16 | Home Matches | 16 |
| 16 | Away Matches | 16 |
| 39 | Total Goals | 54 |
| 1.22 | Average Goals Scored | 1.69 |
| 8 | Wins | 14 |
| 14 | Losses | 8 |
| 10 | Draws | 10 |
| May 7, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Derby County | 0 - 1 | Cardiff City |
| March 1, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Cardiff City | 1 - 0 | Derby County |
| March 2, 2021 | Championship 20/21 | Cardiff City | 4 - 0 | Derby County |
| October 28, 2020 | Championship 20/21 | Derby County | 1 - 1 | Cardiff City |
| July 14, 2020 | Championship 19/20 | Cardiff City | 2 - 1 | Derby County |
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What time is kick off between Derby County vs Cardiff City?
11:30, Saturday 07 May 2022
