Bolton vs Cardiff Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half0 - 0
31
B. Davies
was cautioned
32
K. Dong
was cautioned
37
S. Iling-Junior
was cautioned
42
J. Colwill
was cautioned
2nd Half1 - 0
54
P. Ng
was cautioned
78
J. Nelson
was cautioned
90
T. Gale
scored for Bolton
90+1
T. Gale
was cautioned
The upcoming meeting between Bolton and Cardiff City takes place at Toughsheet Community Stadium on 12 September 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the England Championship. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Bolton operate with a well-rounded tactical structure.
Cardiff City aim for structural stability in their setup.
Recent Form
Bolton
WLLLL
Cardiff City
LDLLD
Bolton show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
In contrast, Cardiff City are struggling badly and finding it hard to turn things around. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.
Recent Form Home/Away
Bolton (Home)
WLLW
Cardiff City (Away)
LLLD
Bolton form remains fairly steady regardless of location.
Cardiff City's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Bolton
+----
Cardiff City
-----
Bolton are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
However, Cardiff City have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Bolton (Home)
+---
Cardiff City (Away)
----
Bolton's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
There is little difference in Cardiff City's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Bolton
-+++-
Cardiff City
---++
Bolton regularly feature in high-scoring games. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Meanwhile, Cardiff City's recent matches have shown a mixed pattern in terms of goals. Much depends on the opponent.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Bolton (Home)
-+-+
Cardiff City (Away)
--++
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Bolton.
Cardiff City's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Bolton
++-+-
Cardiff City
-+-++
Bolton have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. Their attacking play remains a key strength.
Also, Cardiff City usually manage to get on the scoresheet. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Bolton (Home)
++-+
Cardiff City (Away)
--++
Bolton attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.
There is little difference in Cardiff City's scoring output across venues.
Match Information
Referee: Thomas Parsons
Venue: Toughsheet Community Stadium
Bolton vs Cardiff Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
0.39
xG
1.86
41
Ball Posession (%)
59
1
Big Chances
2
5
Cautions
2
7
Shots
17
5
Shots on Goal
10
1
Shots Blocked
5
4
Shots inside Box
13
3
Shots outside Box
4
0
Hit Woodwork
0
16
Fouls
13
2
Corner Kicks
10
10
Saves
4
13
Free Kicks
16
3
Offsides
7
342
Passes Total
474
255
Passes Completed
406
97
Passes in the final 3rd Total
131
49
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
92
12
Touches in the Opposition Box
33
28
Tackles Total
12
18
Tackles Completed
6
29
Clearances
12
8
Crosses Total
22
2
Crosses Completed
8
12
Interceptions
3
Bolton vs Cardiff Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations