Stoke City Hosts Cardiff City in Championship Clash

Stoke City and Cardiff City are both struggling in the Championship as they face each other this weekend, with Stoke sitting 18th and just four points above the relegation zone after losing their last three matches. Cardiff is in a similarly dire situation, having slipped into the bottom three following a six-game winless streak. Stoke has not defeated Cardiff in their last eight league encounters, which includes five draws and three losses. Meanwhile, Cardiff has been unable to secure a win in their last 11 away league games, marking their longest such run since 2014. Both teams are under pressure to improve their form, with Stoke's head coach Narcis Pelach and Cardiff's manager Omer Riza seeking crucial victories to revive their squads' fortunes. The upcoming match is critical for both sides as they look to halt their downward trajectories and secure vital points.