Norwich vs Cardiff prediction: ENGLAND: Championship betting tips on match 2023-02-24 15:00.
After back-to-back scoreless losses got February off to the worst possible start, Norwich City have since steadied the ship by claiming seven points from their last three games (W2, D1), culminating in a 3-1 win against Birmingham in midweek. That’s put David Wagner’s men back in the playoff picture once again, as they trail the coveted top-six spots by a single point.
The Canaries have answered their critics regarding their home form of late too, producing consecutive 3-1 wins after a run of seven (D2, L5) without victory at Carrow Road prior. If all else fails, Norwich have their record against visitors Cardiff City to lean on, considering they’ve lost only two of the last 11 H2H encounters at home (W7, D2).
But Cardiff won’t be coming simply to make up the numbers after sparking into gear recently, having won their last two matches without conceding to snap their 14-game winless run (D6, L8). That’s lifted themselves to safety for now as they occupy 21st position in the table, with their four-point advantage over the teams in the bottom three providing an ounce of breathing room.
The Bluebirds hit the road having won their last away game 2-0 against Birmingham, with that not only serving as their first away win in seven attempts (D2, L4), but also breaking a four-game scoreless run on their travels. Cardiff have a little slice of history to play for here too, as their 1-0 win over their hosts on the opening day sets up a chance to secure only their second ever league double against Norwich.
Players to watch: An inspiring performance from Kieran Dowell would be most welcome by Norwich, since he’s avoided defeat in his last 14 goalscoring outings in the Championship (W12, D2). Cardiff will be looking to Callum Robinson to have an impact, since he’s struck five of his last six goals away from home.
Hot stat: Cardiff have been drawing at half-time a joint league-high 20 times this season (tied with Preston).