Cardiff City vs Sunderland – Head to head record, results & stats

Cardiff City and Sunderland have met 16 times on record. Cardiff City lead with 6 wins, Sunderland have won 8 times and the two clubs have drawn 2 matches between them. Their first recorded meeting was on 14 October 2003.

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Across their recorded meetings, Cardiff City have found the net 18 times against Sunderland, while Sunderland have scored 20 times in reply — a combined 38 goals shared between the two sides. Their most recent fixture was played on 08 March 2025, the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back to 2003. Follow every upcoming Cardiff City versus Sunderland clash on SportScore for live scores, starting lineups, minute-by-minute commentary and a head-to-head record that updates automatically once the full-time whistle blows.

How many times have Cardiff City and Sunderland played each other?

Cardiff City and Sunderland have met 16 times on record, with the first meeting on 14 October 2003.

Who has won more, Cardiff City or Sunderland?

Sunderland have the edge with 8 wins to Cardiff City's 6, with 2 draws between them.

How many goals are scored when Cardiff City play Sunderland?

Their meetings produce 2.38 goals per game on average, and both teams have scored in 31% of them.