Predicted Lineups

4-2-3-1
4-3-3

Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(5) 2 Goals 4 (4)
23.2 Average Age 25.8
183.5 Average Height (cm) 186.6
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in FA Cup.

Missing Players

Stoke
Cardiff
Player Reason Status
Ryotaro Tsunoda Out
David Turnbull Out
Isaak Davies Out
Roko Simic Out
Aaron Ramsey Doubtful

Team News

Stoke
Cardiff
  • Ali Al-Hamadi is cup-tied for Stoke, so needs replacing for Saturday's welcome of Cardiff.
  • Lynden Gooch and Wouter Burger both took knocks at Hull last weekend but should be available if required.
  • A further six players miss out for the Potters this weekend.
  • Aaron Ramsey has a chance of making his first Cardiff appearance since August this weekend following a hamstring issue, though the experienced Welshman is unlikely to start.
  • There are otherwise four confirmed absentees for the Bluebirds here, who should go with a stronger XI as they look to get the better of this injury hit Stoke side.

Prediction

  • Stoke ended a three-game winless run with a hard-fought 2-1 victory at Hull last time out. The Potters are unbeaten in three at home, though have won only one of their last eight in front of their own fans, and have scored just once in their last four at home.
  • Cardiff saw an eight-game unbeaten run end in spectacular fashion last weekend as they feel to a 7-0 loss at league leaders Leeds. Head coach Omer Riza has overseen both of the Bluebirds' away wins this season, one of which came in the third round of the FA Cup as they beat Sheffield United.
  • Stoke struggle for goals at home; Cardif struggle for goals on the road. This should be a low scoring affair.
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