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Bolton vs Cardiff Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Championship |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 12 September 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 12:30 UK time |
Venue | Toughsheet Community Stadium |
The starting lineups for the Championship fixture between Bolton and Cardiff have been confirmed.
Bolton Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Gavin Bazunu, Gaizka Larrazabal, Eoin Toal, Ben Davies, Max Conway, Ethan Erhahon, Josh Sheehan, Samuel Iling-Junior, Rúben Rodrigues, Kyliane Dong, Sam Dalby
Substitutes: John McAtee, Theo Bair, Jayden Nelson, Xavier Simons, Akin Famewo, Thierry Gale, Atsuki Ito, Ryan Hardie, Jack Bonham
Cardiff Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Nathan Trott, Perry Ng, Gabriel Osho, Krystian Bielik, Joel Bagan, Alex Robertson, Joel Colwill, Ollie Tanner, Jack Moylan, Chris Willock, Yousef Salech
Substitutes: Paul Moreno, Rob Tankiewicz, Ronan Kpakio, Cian Ashford, Calum Scanlon, Matthew Turner, Harry Tyrer, David Turnbull, Callum Robinson
Bolton vs Cardiff Immediate Reaction
Bolton
Bolton line up in a 4-2-3-1 system with Gavin Bazunu starting in goal behind a defensive unit of Gaizka Larrazabal, Eoin Toal, Ben Davies, and Max Conway. Ethan Erhahon and Josh Sheehan anchor the midfield pivot, supporting Samuel Iling-Junior, Rúben Rodrigues, and Kyliane Dong in attack. Sam Dalby leads the forward line as the focal point, with options like Theo Bair and Ryan Hardie on the bench.
Cardiff
Cardiff match their hosts in a 4-2-3-1 formation, featuring Nathan Trott between the posts and a back four consisting of Perry Ng, Gabriel Osho, Krystian Bielik, and Joel Bagan. Alex Robertson and Joel Colwill partner in central midfield, giving Jack Moylan the platform to operate in the advanced attacking role. Ollie Tanner and Chris Willock flank lone striker Yousef Salech in the frontline.
Bolton vs Cardiff Reactive Bet Builder
This featured bet builder backs Cardiff to claim an away victory in a high-scoring encounter featuring over 3.5 total goals, supported by Bolton seeing at least four goals scored in each of their last three league matches. In the individual markets, Jack Moylan is selected to record over 3.5 shots after attempting four or more in three of his last four appearances, while midfielder Alex Robertson is backed to be shown a card having been carded in three of his previous five Championship games.
Bolton vs Cardiff Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Cardiff arrive as slight favourites against a Bolton side searching for defensive stability after losing four consecutive Championship matches and conceding three or more goals in their last three outings. While both teams will be eager to reverse difficult stretches, the visitors are projected to find the decisive moments.
Score Prediction: 1-2
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