Cardiff City 2-1 Norwich

Current streaks

Recent form

Cardiff City

Cardiff City have shown a marked improvement in form recently, going unbeaten in their last five matches despite their low league position. The Bluebirds have demonstrated defensive solidity, keeping four clean sheets in their last six games and conceding just 0.83 goals per game during this period. Their most impressive result came in a 5-0 thrashing of Plymouth Argyle, showcasing their attacking potential. However, Cardiff have struggled for consistency in front of goal, with 67% of their recent matches seeing under 2.5 goals. The team's current five-game unbeaten streak is a positive sign, but they'll need to convert more draws into wins to climb the table, as evidenced by their 20th position despite picking up 12 points from 12 games.

Norwich

Norwich City have shown resilience in their recent Championship outings, remaining unbeaten in their last six matches with two wins and four draws. The Canaries' attacking prowess is evident, netting an impressive 14 goals in these fixtures, averaging 2.33 goals per game. Their most notable result was a commanding 4-0 victory over Hull City, showcasing their offensive capabilities. However, Norwich's defence has been somewhat leaky, conceding in five of the six matches and managing only one clean sheet. The team's propensity for high-scoring affairs is clear, with 67% of their recent games featuring over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in 83% of matches. Their current seven-game unbeaten streak is a positive sign, but the abundance of draws (four in the last five matches) may be preventing them from climbing higher than their current 8th position in the league table.

Recent home/away form

Cardiff City

Cardiff City's recent home form has shown a remarkable turnaround, with the Bluebirds currently enjoying a three-match winning streak in the Championship after enduring a difficult period of three consecutive home defeats. The team's resurgence is particularly noteworthy given their 20th position in the league table. Their most recent home fixture saw them thrash Plymouth Argyle 5-0, highlighting their potential for high-scoring performances. Defensively, Cardiff have also improved, keeping clean sheets in their last three league matches at home. The 3-5 defeat to Southampton in the League Cup stands out as an anomaly in terms of goals conceded, contributing significantly to their overall goals conceded per game statistic of 1.5. Despite this, Cardiff's home matches have tended to be low-scoring affairs, with 67% of their recent games featuring under 2.5 goals.

Norwich

Norwich City's recent away form has been somewhat inconsistent, with the Canaries struggling to find a consistent rhythm on their travels. In their last six away matches, Norwich have managed two wins, two draws, and two losses, highlighting their unpredictable nature on the road. The team have shown resilience in their most recent outings, securing back-to-back draws against Preston and Stoke City. However, their defensive frailties were exposed in a heavy 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace in the League Cup, which stands out as their most significant loss during this period. On a more positive note, Norwich have demonstrated their ability to score away from home, netting in four of their last six away fixtures, including an impressive 3-2 victory over Derby County. Despite their mixed results, the Canaries have maintained a respectable 8th position in the Championship, suggesting they are still very much in contention for a playoff spot.