Wycombe Wanderers vs Cardiff Prediction & Betting Tips - League One
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by Steve Ashfield | in League One Predictions
Cardiff City begin 2026 with a three point lead at the top of League One and with a game in hand. New Year's Day sees them travel to ninth-placed Wycombe Wanderers? Can the home side beat the league leaders? Read our match prediction below.
The Bluebirds beat Stevenage 2-1 at home last Monday, their second successive win and 15th of the season. They have been inconsistent on the road in recent games. Despite being top of the table, the Welsh club have been beaten in three of their last five away league fixtures.
Both teams have been on the scoresheet in three of their last four away league matches.
Wycombe are ninth but six points adrift of eighth place and just three above the relegation zone Their last league fixture ended in a 1-1 draw at Plymouth Argyle but they did lead. Only one of their last eight league and cup games has been won.
Wycombe have been going well at home this season with six league victories. Their most recent home league game saw them beat Bolton Wanderers 2-1. That made it four wins in their last five League One games played on home soil. Both teams have scored in three of the last four.
This should be an open game and we tip both teams to score.
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Wycombe Wanderers v Cardiff Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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2.85 | 3.4 | 2.42 |
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2.7 | 3.25 | 2.55 |
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2.82 | 3.35 | 2.41 |
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2.65 | 3.25 | 2.5 |
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2.7 | 3.4 | 2.38 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Wycombe Wanderers and Cardiff?
Our prediction for the Wycombe Wanderers vs Cardiff match is: both teams to score.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 01/01/2026 between Wycombe Wanderers and Cardiff in League One :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 48.96% for a win of Wycombe Wanderers against Cardiff with odds of 2.9 at LSbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Wycombe Wanderers vs Cardiff is 15.84% with odds of 3.45 at Shangrila.
- Our prediction model gives a 35.2% chance ⭐ for a win of Cardiff vs Wycombe Wanderers with odds of 2.55 at Melbet.
Wycombe Wanderers - Cardiff Prediction and Best Odds:
| Wycombe Wanderers Cardiff Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Wycombe Wanderers wins | 48.96% | 2.9 at LSbet |
| Over 2.5 goals | 56.05% | 1.99 at Stake |
| Both Team To Score | 64.29% | |
| Half-time / Full-time : Wycombe Wanderers/Wycombe Wanderers | 20.23% | 4.75 at LSbet |
Wycombe Wanderers vs Cardiff Form
Wycombe Wanderers and Cardiff's standings in the League One
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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2
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91 | 46 | 27 | 10 | 9 | +40 |
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11
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63 | 46 | 17 | 12 | 17 | +11 |
Wycombe Wanderers and Cardiff Last Matches
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
20 Dec 2025 - League One
13 Dec 2025 - League One
9 Dec 2025 - League One
6 Dec 2025 - FA Cup
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
20 Dec 2025 - League One
9 Dec 2025 - League One
22 Nov 2025 - League One
8 Nov 2025 - League One
1 Nov 2025 - FA Cup
28 Oct 2025 - Carabao Cup
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
13 Dec 2025 - League One
6 Dec 2025 - FA Cup
2 Dec 2025 - EFL Trophy
29 Nov 2025 - League One
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
20 Dec 2025 - League One
16 Dec 2025 - Carabao Cup
13 Dec 2025 - League One
9 Dec 2025 - League One
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
16 Dec 2025 - Carabao Cup
13 Dec 2025 - League One
6 Dec 2025 - League One
2 Dec 2025 - EFL Trophy
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
20 Dec 2025 - League One
9 Dec 2025 - League One
22 Nov 2025 - League One
8 Nov 2025 - League One
1 Nov 2025 - FA Cup
28 Oct 2025 - Carabao Cup
Players list
W. Norris
DefenderL. Leahy
D. Casey
D. Harvie
A. Hagelskjaer
MidfielderJ. Grimmer
Q. Junior
J. Mullins
F. Onyedinma
C. Boyd-Munce
ForwardC. Woodrow
N. Trott
DefenderD. Lawlor
G. Osho
P. Ng
R. Kpakio
MidfielderA. Robertson
J. Colwill
C. Willock
R. Wintle
ForwardY. Salech
O. Kellyman
Substitutes
M. Van Sas
MidfielderB. Fink
A. Lowry
C. Taylor
ForwardT. Allen
N. Huggins
J. Tilley
M. Turner
DefenderW. Fish
C. Chambers
C. Ashford
O. Tanner
C. Robinson
D. Turnbull
Most goals and assists
Wycombe Wanderers
Cardiff
F. Onyedinma
(10 Goals)
Y. Salech
(14 Goals)
Wycombe Wanderers - Cardiff Key Points
- Both teams have scored in three of Cardiff's four away games.
- Three of Wycombe's last four home games have seen both teams get on the scoresheet.
- Both teams have scored in the last two games between Wycombe and Cardiff.
- Nine of the last 12 Cardiff games in all competitions have seen both teams score.
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Our Wycombe Wanderers vs Cardiff Prediction
Cardiff top the table but aren't always at their best on the road. They have been beaten in three of their last five away league matches and need to impove that record in the coming weeks and months to help secure their promotion.
Wycombe are strong at home but just one away league win this season is hindering their promotion hopes. Only one of their last eight league and cup games has been won but just two played at home. Our Wycombe v Cardiff prediction is both teams to score.
Last Minute: Pre-match odds analysis Wycombe Wanderers Cardiff
| Wycombe Wanderers vs Cardiff | Opening odds | Pre-match odds | Odds Movements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wycombe Wanderers wins | 2.55 | 2.9 | +13.7% |
| Draw | 3.25 | 3.45 | +6.2% |
| Cardiff wins | 2.7 | 2.55 | -5.6% |
After kick-off, the latest odds movements show that:
- Wycombe Wanderers is most likely to win
- The odds for this bet have increased by 13.7% since opening
- The probability of this result was 39.2% and is now 34.5% (-4.7%)
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
