Cardiff (2nd place, 76 points) continue their pursuit of the top spot, with an excellent opportunity to take three points at home. Despite two painful defeats in their last five matches (0-2 to Lincoln and a 2-5 rout at Plymouth), the team quickly recovered and recorded two clean sheets with an aggregate score of 8-0 against Doncaster and Exeter. The Welsh side are traditionally strong at home and rarely drop points.
Wycombe (9th, 53 points) are entering the match in a clear crisis: two consecutive defeats – to Luton (1-2) and Bolton (2-3). The team has conceded in each of its last three matches, and its away defense has looked unconvincing. They drew 1-1 in the first leg, but the visitors' current form leaves much to be desired.
The hosts desperately need points to secure the title, and they're exploiting their opponent's inconsistency. The favorites must take their place.
