Leyton Orient vs Cardiff City: match statistics
Cardiff City sits atop the table with an impressive tally of 16 wins this season, while Leyton Orient languishes in 20th position with just 8 victories. Current form decisively favors the visitors—Cardiff has secured points in their recent run (3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss in the last 5), whereas Leyton Orient is enduring a catastrophic streak with only 1 win and 4 defeats in the same period. Cardiff's away statistics are robust: a 45% win rate, 45% clean sheets, and an average of just 0.82 goals conceded per game, highlighting their defensive stability. Conversely, Leyton Orient concedes an average of 1.17 goals at home, and their recent home form (wdldlwwwddwl) indicates inconsistency. Cardiff's average away possession (63%) significantly outstrips the hosts (52%), suggesting they will dictate play. Considering all these factors, Cardiff City holds a distinct advantage and is the clear favorite to claim victory in this encounter.
Leyton Orient vs Cardiff City: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Leyton Orient played against Cardiff City in EFL League One (England). The game was played on January 10, 2026. Final score: 1:1.
Recent form
Leyton Orient has 1 win, 0 draws and 4 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. Cardiff City has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Leyton Orient scores 1.46 goals per game and allows 1.71. Cardiff City scores 1.75 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.53 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 58% of Leyton Orient's games and 50% of Cardiff City's. The Over 2.5 rates are 63% and 54%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Cardiff City has the higher season xG average, 1.73 to 1.31 per game. Leyton Orient takes 11.5 shots per game, while Cardiff City takes 14.9.
First-half and second-half trends
Leyton Orient leads at halftime in 25% of its games and scores 0.79 goals per game after halftime. Cardiff City leads at halftime in 29% and scores 1.25 after halftime.
When the teams score
Leyton Orient's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (8 goals). For Cardiff City, it is minutes 76-90+ (12 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League One games average 2.53 goals. Both teams score in 50% of games, and 48% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 7.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Cardiff City sits atop the table with an impressive tally of 16 wins this season, while Leyton Orient languishes in 20th position with just 8 victories. Current form decisively favors the visitors—Cardiff has secured points in their recent run (3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss in the last 5), whereas Leyton Orient is enduring a catastrophic streak with only 1 win and 4 defeats in the same period. Cardiff's away statistics are robust: a 45% win rate, 45% clean sheets, and an average of just 0.82 goals conceded per game, highlighting their defensive stability. Conversely, Leyton Orient concedes an average of 1.17 goals at home, and their recent home form (wdldlwwwddwl) indicates inconsistency. Cardiff's average away possession (63%) significantly outstrips the hosts (52%), suggesting they will dictate play. Considering all these factors, Cardiff City holds a distinct advantage and is the clear favorite to claim victory in this encounter.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Leyton Orient | Cardiff City | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 35% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Cardiff City is 233% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - Leyton Orient · 2 pts / game - Cardiff City
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Cardiff City is 20% better for: goals scored per game.
1.46 goals / game - Leyton Orient · 1.75 goals / game - Cardiff City
Cardiff City is 71% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.71 goals / game - Leyton Orient · 1 goals / game - Cardiff City
Leyton Orient scores in 79% of games (19 of 24 meczów), while Cardiff City keeps a clean sheet in 42% (10 of 24 meczów).
Cardiff City scores in 88% of games (21 of 24 meczów), while Leyton Orient keeps a clean sheet in 21% (5 of 24 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Leyton Orient
Over / Under - Cardiff City
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Cardiff City is 14% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.21 pts / game - Leyton Orient · 1.38 pts / game - Cardiff City
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Leyton Orient - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Cardiff City - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 67%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 80% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (8 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (12 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +8 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Leyton Orient
Cardiff City
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League One).
Teams vs league
| Leyton Orient | Liga | Cardiff City | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.17 | 2.53 | ▲ 2.75 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 58% | 50% | • 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 63% | 48% | ▲ 54% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 21% | 28% | ▲ 42% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 71% | 68% | ▼ 63% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 96% | 81% | ▲ 88% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Leyton Orient's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Cardiff City. Games average 7.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Leyton Orient vs Cardiff City?
The EFL League One match finished Leyton Orient 1:1 Cardiff City. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Leyton Orient vs Cardiff City?
Leyton Orient score 1.46 goals per game on average and Cardiff City 1.75. The EFL League One average is 2.53 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 58% of Leyton Orient's matches and 50% of Cardiff City's.
What form are Leyton Orient and Cardiff City in?
Over the last 5 games Leyton Orient have a 1-0-4 record (0.60 points per game) and Cardiff City 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Leyton Orient vs Cardiff City?
The statistical background for Leyton Orient vs Cardiff City — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.