Cardiff vs Ospreys Predictions - Ospreys to get close against Cardiff

Simon Lewis

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Last updated: 31 Dec 2024

Simon Lewis 31 Dec 2024

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Cardiff has won 4 of their last 5 matches and sits third on the URC table.
Ospreys, with more rest, look to utilize their fresh squad against Cardiff.
The match is expected to be closely contested beyond the initial six-point handicap.

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Ospreys can get close in Welsh Derby (Getty Images)

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Cardiff have had a stellar season thus far and will be looking to build on their momentum with a derby day win. The shorter rest period could, however, play in the visitors favour in this game. I believe it will be closer than the six-point handicap.

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Cardiff Form
Cardiff Injuries & Team News
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Ospreys Injuries & Team News

Cardiff have won 4 of their last 5 matches.
Cardiff have won their last 3 URC matches.
Cardiff won their last match against the Ospreys.
Ospreys have had a 10-day break ahead of this game.
Ospreys have won 2 of their last 3 matches.
Ospreys have lost their last 5 away matches.

Head to Head

Ospreys won their last match against Cardiff 33-29 away from home. That fixture took place in June 2024.

Cardiff Form

Cardiff have had a superb first half of the URC and are currently placed third on the table. They were not expected to be anywhere near the top of the table, so this has been a surprise.

The Blues have won their last three URC games and four of their last five overall. Their only defeat in that run came at Lyon in the Challenge Cup.

Last week, Cardiff beat the Dragons 24-22 away from home in a Welsh derby. They will hope for a repeat result on New Years Day in front of their home fans.

Cardiff Injuries & Team News

Cardiff played on Boxing Day which means they have far less rest period ahead of this clash. I’d be surprised if there aren’t a number of rotations to the side.

Ospreys Form

Ospreys come into his game in need of a boost and there is no better way than to win a derby. They are currently 14th on the URC table with three victories from their eight games.

Last time out the Ospreys managed a crucial 23-22 home win over the Scarlets. In what was a very tight contest from the opening minute, the hosts got over the line thanks to their superior set piece.

Prior to that, the Ospreys were thrashed at Montpellier 59-15 in the Challenge Cup after beating the Lions at home the week before.