Having qualified for the next round of the EFL Cup, Wrexham will welcome Cardiff City in the Fourth Round on Tuesday at the Racecourse Ground. The Red Dragon enter the clash with an unstable form from their league campaign, securing just a single victory in their last five games. Their recent match in the Championship ended in a 1-1 draw against Middlesbrough.
Meanwhile, the Bluebirds have had a shaky last five games, with two wins and three losses. Their previous League One clash against Bolton last weekend ended in a 1-0 loss away from home.
Read our Wrexham vs Cardiff predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other EFL Cup predictions.
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Wrexham vs Cardiff prediction: Host to claim narrow win
Key statistics
- Two of Wrexham’s five home matches this season have been level at halftime.
- Both teams have scored at least one goal in four of their last five games.
- Four of their last five games have had under 2.5 goals scored.
Correct score prediction: Wrexham 1-0 Cardiff
Considering Wrexham’s home form in their last five games, we are tipping them to defeat Cardiff 1-0 in their EFL Cup clash.
The Dragons' formidable home record this season has given them an edge heading into this tie. They have not lost in their last four home games, with two wins and two draws.
We anticipate a very tight game, but the home side's momentum from recent wins should just tip the balance in their favour, securing a famous home win to progress to the quarter-finals.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Wrexham narrow favourites
- Home: 6/5 (2.20) – 45.5%
- Draw: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- Away: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
The Red Dragons come into this fixture as slight favourites with a 45.5% chance of victory at 2.20 odds. The Bluebirds are priced at 3.10, giving them a 32.3% chance to win, while the draw is valued at 3.40 (29.4%). The odds suggest a tight encounter, with the hosts just tipped to have the upper hand.
Most recent head-to-head: Cardiff edge previous encounter
The fixtures between Wrexham and Cardiff City were all dominated by the away side, but those games were played in the early 2000s. The Bluebirds secured two victories, while the Red Dragons had one win, with one draw separating them.
The most relevant recent fixtures saw Cardiff City win 3-2 in March 2002 and 1-0 in November 2001. However, the recent form of Wrexham could help them get a win in this tie.
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Wrexham preview: Injury battle in the team
Phil Parkinson has some injury concerns in his team, with several key players out of the EFL Cup clash. Aaron James, Andy Cannon and Danny Ward are sidelined until next year. Harry Ashfield is out with a ligament injury until November, Jay Rodriguez is dealing with an ankle problem and is expected back in January and Lewis Brunt remains unavailable with a muscle injury, targeting a November return.
Predicted lineup: Okonkwo (GK), Cleworth, Hyam, Brunt, Kabore, Dobson, Thomason, James, Longman, Windass & Moore
Last five fixtures
- 25.10.25 – Middlesbrough 1 – 1 Wrexham
- 22.10.25 – Wrexham 1 – 0 Oxford Utd
- 18.10.25 – Stoke 1 – 0 Wrexham
- 03.10.25 – Wrexham 1 – 1 Birmingham
- 30.09.25 – Leicester 1 – 1 Wrexham
Cardiff preview: Clean bill of health for Barry-Murphy’s team
Cardiff have been blessed with a healthy team ahead of their clash with Wrexham. Brian Barry-Murphy will take some encouragement from a healthier squad as he looks to take his team to the quarterfinal.
Predicted lineup: Trott (GK), Ng, Fish, Lawlor, Bagan, Turnbull, Robertson, Kellyman, Colwill, Davies & Salech
Last five fixtures
- 25.10.25 – Bolton 1 – 0 Cardiff
- 18.10.25 – Cardiff 2 – 1 Reading
- 07.10.25 – Cardiff 0 – 1 Newport
- 04.10.25 – Cardiff 4 – 3 Leyton Orient
- 30.09.25 – Cardiff 0 – 1 Burton
Player to watch: Kieffer Moore
Kieffer Moore has been a vital part of Wrexham’s recent good form, contributing two assists in his last five matches across all competitions. The Welsh forward is expected to lead the line once again in the upcoming cup clash against Cardiff, where his physical presence and creativity could pose a real danger to the opposition’s defence.