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Cardiff City will host Italian giants Roma in a pre-season friendly on Saturday, August 1. The Bluebirds will welcome the Serie A side in their final warm-up before their return to the Championship.
What's at stake for Cardiff?
The pre-season game will be a big test for Cardiff, who are preparing for their return to the Championship after a strong season in League One, where they finished 2nd with 91 points from 46 games.
Their recent form has been LWWWD, but they suffered a tough loss in their last game, with Mansfield Town beating them 5-4 on May 2, 2026.
Why it matters for Cardiff
The game against Roma will be a great opportunity for Cardiff to test themselves against a top-level opponent, with the Italian side set to feature several first-team players.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 2nd in League One, 91 pts, 27W-10D-9L from 46 games |
| Last result | Mansfield Town 5-4 Cardiff (2026-05-02) |
| Next fixture | vs Forest Green (away, 2026-07-25) |
The game will also be a big coup for Newport County, who are set to face Roma on Tuesday, August 4, at Rodney Parade.
What comes next for Cardiff?
The Bluebirds will be looking to use the game against Roma as a springboard for their Championship campaign, which kicks off on August 14, with the fixtures set to be released on June 25.
The pre-season game at Rodney Parade is expected to be open to fans, with several Roma first-team players set to feature.
Cardiff will be looking to bounce back from their tough loss against Mansfield Town and use the game against Roma to build momentum for their Championship campaign.
