Mansfield vs Cardiff Prediction

15:00 02 May 2026
Home3.500
Draw3.750
Away1.81
Prediction: Away & Btts Yes
Odds: 2.72
Correct Score Prediction: 2:4
Stake: 8

Mansfield Last Games

In the last 10 games Mansfield has won 4 times, they have lost 2 times, and it has ended in a draw 4 times.

Win 4Draw 4Lose 2

Cardiff Last Games

In the last 10 games Cardiff has won 6 times, they have lost 2 times, and it has ended in a draw 2 times.

Win 6Draw 2Lose 2

Mansfield Over 2.5 Goals

In Mansfield last 10 games there have been over 2.5 goals 6 matches and under 2.5 goals in the other 4 matches.

Over 60%Under 40%
Over
Under

Cardiff Over 2.5 Goals

In Cardiff last 10 games there have been over 2.5 goals 6 matches and under 2.5 goals in the other 4 matches.

Over 60%Under 40%
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Under

Mansfield

Mansfield score 20 goals in the last 10 games. Mansfield has managed to score an average of 2 goals per match. Mansfield has also conceded 13 goals in the same period. This gives us an average of 1.3 conceded goals per match.

Scored 20 goalsConceded 13 goals
Scored
20
Conceded
13

Cardiff

Cardiff score 28 goals in the last 10 games. Cardiff has managed to score an average of 2.8 goals per match. Cardiff has also conceded 17 goals in the same period. This gives us an average of 1.7 conceded goals per match.

Scored 28 goalsConceded 17 goals
Scored
28
Conceded
17

Mansfield Home Results

In the last 10 home games Mansfield has won 3 times, they have lost 3 times, and it has ended in a draw 4 times.

Win 3Draw 4Lose 3

Cardiff Away Results

In the last 10 away games Cardiff has won 5 times, they have lost 2 times, and it has ended in a draw 3 times.

Win 5Draw 3Lose 2

H2H

Date Match League Result
29.11.25 Cardiff vs Mansfield Town League One 3 - 0
16.01.18 Mansfield Town vs Cardiff FA Cup 1 - 4
06.01.18 Cardiff vs Mansfield Town FA Cup 0 - 0

Mansfield Last Results

Date Match League Result
28.07.26Alfreton Town vs Mansfield Town Friendlies Clubs 0 : 4
18.07.26Barrow vs Mansfield Town Friendlies Clubs 4 : 3
02.05.26Mansfield Town vs Cardiff League One 5 : 4
28.04.26Peterborough vs Mansfield Town League One 0 : 0
25.04.26Huddersfield vs Mansfield Town League One 1 : 4

Cardiff Last Results

Date Match League Result
25.07.26Forest Green vs Cardiff Friendlies Clubs 1 : 5
14.07.26Cork City vs Cardiff Friendlies Clubs 1 : 6
11.07.26Cardiff vs FC Midtjylland Friendlies Clubs 0 : 6
02.05.26Mansfield Town vs Cardiff League One 5 : 4
25.04.26Cardiff vs Northampton League One 5 : 1

League One League One: Regular season Table

#TeamMPWDLGOALSPT
1 Lincoln 46 31 10 5 89:41 103
2 Cardiff 46 27 10 9 90:50 91
3 Stockport County 46 22 11 13 71:58 77
4 Bradford 46 22 11 13 58:51 77
5 Bolton 46 19 18 9 70:52 75
6 Stevenage 46 21 12 13 49:46 75
7 Luton 46 21 11 14 68:56 74
8 Plymouth 46 22 7 17 75:63 73
9 Huddersfield 46 18 13 15 74:64 67
10 Mansfield Town 46 16 17 13 62:50 65
11 Wycombe 46 17 12 17 69:58 63
12 Reading 46 16 15 15 64:60 63
13 Blackpool 46 17 9 20 54:65 60
14 Doncaster 46 17 9 20 50:69 60
15 Barnsley 46 15 14 17 68:73 59
16 Wigan 46 14 14 18 49:58 56
17 Burton Albion 46 13 15 18 50:60 54
18 Peterborough 46 15 8 23 64:68 53
19 AFC Wimbledon 46 15 8 23 51:72 53
20 Leyton Orient 46 14 10 22 59:71 52
21 Exeter City 46 12 13 21 52:61 49
22 Port Vale 46 10 12 24 36:61 42
23 Rotherham 46 10 11 25 41:71 41
24 Northampton 46 9 8 29 39:74 35

 

Mansfield vs Cardiff Prediction Analysis

The Mansfield vs Cardiff prediction for 02 May 2026 is based on recent form, scoring trends, defensive numbers, home and away results, available odds and the wider context of the England League 1 fixture. This page brings together the main match details in one place so users can compare the expected score, betting tip and team statistics before the game starts.

When analysing this fixture, recent performance is one of the most important indicators. The form of Mansfield and Cardiff helps show how consistent both teams have been, how often they score, how often they concede, and whether their recent results support the prediction shown on this page.

Home and away performance also plays an important role in this match preview. Mansfield will try to use the advantage of the fixture conditions, while Cardiff will look for ways to stay organised, control key moments and create scoring chances. These details are especially relevant when comparing the expected score with the odds available before kick-off.

The goal statistics on this page can help users understand whether the match is more likely to be open or balanced. Scoring averages, goals conceded, over 2.5 goals trends and both teams attacking patterns all provide useful context. A team with strong attacking numbers may still face problems if its defensive record is poor, while a disciplined defensive side can make a fixture harder to predict.

H2H information and league table data, when available, add another layer to the analysis. Previous meetings between Mansfield and Cardiff can reveal recurring patterns, but they should always be read together with current form, squad situation, motivation and the competitive position of both teams in England League 1.

The prediction shown above should not be treated as a guaranteed outcome. Football predictions are built from probabilities, not certainty. The aim is to provide a clear and useful match analysis that explains why one result, scoreline or betting angle may have more value than another based on the available data.

For this England League 1 match, the most relevant factors are team consistency, recent attacking output, goals conceded, home and away performance, odds movement and the way both teams have performed in comparable fixtures. By combining these elements, users can get a more complete view of the Mansfield vs Cardiff prediction before making their own final judgement.