Probable Lineups
4-2-3-1
4-3-3
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.4)
6.5
Average Ratings
7
(6.7)
28.2
Average Age
23.7
182.3
Average Height (cm)
181.5
(0.9)
0.9
Shots pg
0.8
(0.8)
(50%)
56%
Aerial Duel Success
49%
(47%)
(0.6)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.9
(0.9)
(1.3)
1.2
Tackles pg
1.2
(1.5)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Cardiff
Sunderland
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamilu Collins | Out | 6.25 | |
| Kion Etete | Out | N/A | |
| Isaak Davies | Out | N/A | |
| Mark McGuinness | Doubtful | N/A |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dan Ballard | Out | 6.16 | |
| Jenson Seelt | Out | N/A | |
| Pierre Ekwah | Doubtful | N/A | |
| Ian Poveda | Doubtful | 6.07 | |
| Nectarios Triantis | Out | 6 |
Team News
Cardiff
Sunderland
- New signing Chris Willock could make his debut on the left, while Aaron Ramsey will start in an attacking midfield role after featuring heavily in pre-season.
- Jamilu Collins, Kion Etete and Isaak Davies have all been ruled out by manager Erol Bulut.
- Ian Poveda and Pierre Ekwah are both rebuilding their fitness ahead of the season opener, while Sunderland have three defensive absentees.
- The biggest selection dilemma for new boss Regis Le Bris is up top, with Eliezer Mayenda and Nazarii Rusyn both hoping to lead the line on Saturday.
Choosing two possibles out of three and got both wrong. Well played Sunderland
These two are much alike when I say, which. Adrift or which Sunderland will turn up today. I have to plump for a draw but would also veer toward a home win on the first game of the season