Cardiff City desperately need points on Tuesday, Dec 8 at 8:45 PM in the Championship. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

West Bromwich Albion come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 2D 1L). Cardiff City travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. West Bromwich Albion head into this on the back of a defeat, while Cardiff City arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours West Bromwich Albion here — they've won 4 of 10 previous meetings against Cardiff City, with 5 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: West Bromwich Albion look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Cardiff City will make it uncomfortable. West Bromwich Albion to win.