Probable Lineups
4-2-3-1
4-1-4-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.4)
6.6
Average Ratings
6.6
(6.5)
27.4
Average Age
22.3
181.2
Average Height (cm)
182.4
(0.7)
0.8
Shots pg
0.9
(0.9)
(51%)
52%
Aerial Duel Success
53%
(48%)
(0.6)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.6
(0.5)
(1.1)
1
Tackles pg
1.1
(1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Cardiff
Sunderland
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mark McGuinness | Out | 6.69 | |
| Jak Alnwick | Out | 6.61 | |
| Kion Etete | Doubtful | 6.39 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dennis Cirkin | Out | 6.56 | |
| Niall Huggins | Out | 6.72 | |
| Nazarii Rusyn | Out | 6.33 | |
| Ajibola Alese | Out | 6.45 | |
| Patrick Roberts | Out | 6.64 | |
| Jack Clarke | Out | 7.54 | |
| Jenson Seelt | Out | 6.54 |
Team News
Cardiff
Sunderland
- Expect two midfield changes from Erol Bulut with Aaron Ramsey and Rubin Colwill pushing for starts.
- Striker Kion Etete is a doubt still, while Jak Alnwick and Mark McGuinness are both unavailable.
- Luke O'Nien has served his suspension and should return to the starting XI here, allowing Leo Hjelde to slot back into his natural left-back role.
- The Black Cats have seven confirmed absentees for this game, including Nazarii Rusyn and Jenson Seelt.
