Callum Robinson's two goals inspire Cardiff City to a convincing south Wales derby win over Swansea City that revitalised their bid for Championship survival.
Callum Robinson's two goals inspired Cardiff City to a convincing south Wales derby win over Swansea City that revitalised their bid for Championship survival.
Swansea were a pale imitation of the team that had won five of the previous seven derbies, completely outplayed in the Welsh capital as the Bluebirds surged to only their fifth win in 14 attempts against their arch rivals. Hundreds – perhaps as many as 1,000 – of the home fans had marched to the stadium in protest against the club's owners before the match, but once they were inside the ground their support was unwavering for a game which their rivals have dominated in recent years.
Cardiff, threatening as ever from set-pieces, had the better chances, with Calum Chambers volleying over and seeing another effort saved by Lawrence Vigouroux, who also held a weak effort from Robinson in a promising position. With that, Robinson became the first Cardiff player to score two goals in a south Wales derby since Michael Chopra in 2010.
The only sour note for Riza was his late red card for confronting Swansea midfielder Goncalo Franco on the pitch, a flashpoint which seemed to contribute to a post-match melee involving almost every player and coach on both sides.All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made.
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