2025-04-04 09:49

QPR vs Cardiff City 9/5 Bet Builder – Mark O’Haire

The next two games are of huge importance to Rangers’ hopes of Championship consolidation. A poor run of results has dragged the R’s back towards the relegation zone ahead of a vital six-pointer against Cardiff.

The 3-1 loss to Stoke means QPR are now only five points above the bottom-three, having gone six matches without a win.

Marti Cifuentes said, “I hope the fans, who have been excellent, will understand how massive the game is against Cardiff. The team is struggling at the moment – check the results and that’s the reality. So we need to do this together. I know that they (the fans) will be there, but I need to make sure everyone knows how important the next couple of weeks are.”

Rangers are hoping to have Michael Frey available this weekend, though Alfie Lloyd is fit enough to feature. Yang Min-hyeok is pushing for a start after scoring at Stoke, whilst Sam Field is closing in on a return to first-team action following injury.

QPR vs Cardiff City – Sat 05 Apr, 15:00

Both Teams to Score – Yes

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Both sides should see this fixture as a winnable opportunity and I’m eager to support Both Teams to Score. Only Norwich’s home matches have seen BTTS land more often than QPR at Loftus Road with 14 of 19 games here seeing both sides oblige. The same 74% hit-rate has occurred in Cardiff’s away Championship contests this season.

Team Booking Points – Each Team Over 9.5

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Considering the magnitude of the match, backing both sides to be booked appeals. Dean Whitestone oversees the contest with the referee averaging 3.40 cards per-game across the campaign. QPR have been cautioned in 84% of their Loftus Road dates (with 89% of opponents were carded here). Cardiff have been booked in 95% of road trips.

Team Corners –
QPR Over 3.5

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QPR are averaging a hefty 5.79 corners in W12 this term, forcing five corners or more in 63% of those matchups. Rangers have regularly racked up big tallies in front of their own supporters so four or more should be well within reach. Cardiff have conceded Over 3.5 Corners in 74% of away days, allowing 5.32 per-game on their travels.

*Odds correct at the time of writing. 18+ only. GambleAware.

Mark O’Haire

Mark O’Haire is a football betting analyst and professional bettor for 10+ years. He provides CopyBet customers with the best bets on his beloved QPR. Follow @MarkOHaire on X and find tips at Betting Tips Today