Swansea City U21 vs Cardiff City U21: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
18:30 WAT, Friday 13 March: Swansea City U21 v Cardiff City U21 in the Professional Development League, played at Swansea City FC Youth Academy Training Centre. In the table, Swansea City U21 are 3rd, among the top four, on 18 points after 10 matches; Cardiff City U21 are 5th (upper half) with 13.
Current form
Swansea City U21, last 5: LWWLW Their latest outing: 1–3 defeat to Colchester United U21, away. Goals for and against: 1.8 scored, 2.4 conceded per game.
Cardiff City U21, last 5: WDLWL Their latest outing: 1–0 win over Charlton Athletic U21, at home. Goals for and against: 1.2 scored, 0.8 conceded per game.
Head to head
When they last met (27 Feb 2026) it ended Cardiff City U21 0–1 Swansea City U21.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Swansea City U21 2.2 xG, Cardiff City U21 1.4 xG – a total near 3.6. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 69% and GG at 69%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Swansea City U21 57%, draw 20%, Cardiff City U21 22%.
GG/NG: GG (69%) at 1.36.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Both teams to score (69%, odds 1.36). Most likely score in line with that pick: Swansea City U21 2–1 Cardiff City U21. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Swansea City U2157%fair 1.75 · @1.67
Draw20%fair 4.89 · @4.00
Cardiff City U2122%fair 4.46 · @3.80
3.56Expected goals
2.21Swansea City U21 xG
1.35Cardiff City U21 xG
69%Both score
69%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
2–19%
1–18%
2–07%
3–17%
2–26%
1–06%
From our goals model: Swansea City U21 2.2 – 1.4 Cardiff City U21 expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Swansea City U21 vs Cardiff City U21?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 69% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.36.
Who will win Swansea City U21 vs Cardiff City U21?
On our numbers Swansea City U21 have a 57% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Cardiff City U21 22%.
How many goals will there be in Swansea City U21 vs Cardiff City U21?
We expect about 3.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 69% likely and both teams score 69% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Swansea City U21 vs Cardiff City U21?
Our predicted score is Swansea City U21 2–1 Cardiff City U21, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.6 goals in total.
When is Swansea City U21 vs Cardiff City U21?
Swansea City U21 vs Cardiff City U21 (Professional Development League) kicks off on Friday 13 March 2026 at 18:30 (West Africa Time) at Swansea City FC Youth Academy Training Centre.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.