Andy Hinchcliffe has stated that he wouldn't be surprised to see Cardiff defeat Fulham, and for it to be the springboard to a good run for Neil Warnock's side.

The Bluebirds host Scott Parker's side in their first meeting since both teams dropped down to the division from the Premier League.

Warnock's Cardiff haven't had the best of starts, they lie in 14th place after some mediocre results. Fulham, on the other hand, have been more impressive having won three of their first five games including thrashing Millwall 4-0.

Former England international, Hinchcliffe, has insisted there's no real pressure on Warnock yet, as his side look to climb up the league table.

Speaking to the EFL Podcast, Hinchcliffe said: "The game itself is a real clash of styles. Fulham love to keep hold of the ball, whilst having some of the most dangerous attackers in the Championship. Cardiff are very effective though, even if it isn't that easy on the eye.

"I do see things changing for Cardiff as the games go by, I wouldn't be surprised if they beat Fulham and went on a decent run from here.

"They'll want to get a result after that really poor showing against Luton in the Carabao Cup. He needs a response from that, but Neil has so much credit in the bank with what he's achieved at Cardiff. There's no real pressure on him yet."

The Verdict

He's right about Warnock not being under pressure. He worked heroics the last time Cardiff were in the Championship and there's no reason why it won't come good again this season.

Fulham are no slouches and have actually enjoyed a fairly good start to the season, despite losing two games. Parker's side will want victory, and he'll believe with the attacking players he has at his disposal that the Cottagers can score goals against this Cardiff side.

It may be a telling game as to where these two may find themselves come the end of the season, with both having targets to get back to where they were last season.