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Cardiff City will host Sunderland at the Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday, marking the start of their 2024-25 EFL Championship campaign.
What to Expect from the Match
The Bluebirds are looking to improve their performance under manager Erol Bulut, who signed a new two-year deal with the club.
Key Players and Injuries
Cardiff City has suffered significant setbacks with several key players sustaining injuries. Star forward Isaak Davies has undergone surgery for a torn hamstring and is expected to be sidelined until December.
| Player | Injury | Expected Return |
|---|---|---|
| Isaak Davies | Torn hamstring | December |
| Jamilu Collins | Leg issue | Early October |
| Kion Etete | Leg issue | November |
Sunderland's Chances
Sunderland is hoping the appointment of Régis Le Bris as the new manager will revive their fortunes. The Black Cats had to play under three different managers last season and finished 16th on the table.
As of the current season, Cardiff stands at 2nd in League One, with 91 points from 46 games, having scored 90 goals and conceded 50. Their recent form has been LWWWD, with their last result being a 5-4 loss to Mansfield Town on 2026-05-02. Their next fixture is against Forest Green on 2026-07-25.
Prediction
Cardiff City enters their season opener against Sunderland with optimism, buoyed by the support of their passionate home fans and the arrival of several talented attacking players. The predicted score is Cardiff City 2-1 Sunderland.
