Cardiff City has secured promotion to the Championship.

What happened?

The Bluebirds, led by Brian Barry-Murphy, achieved 91 points from 46 games, with a win rate of 58.7%. They also scored a league-high 90 goals, at a rate of 1.96 goals per game.

Key statistics

StatValue
League standing2nd in League One
Points82
Recent formDWDDL
Last resultMansfield Town 5-4 Cardiff (2026-05-02)

Looking ahead

Cardiff's next fixture is against Forest Green on 2026-07-25. Former Cardiff City striker Ross McCormack believes the team can push for a play-off spot with the right recruitment. Brian Barry-Murphy has a win rate of 58.9% from his 56 competitive matches as head coach.

Fan reaction

Fans have been giving their verdict on Barry-Murphy's first 12 months at Cardiff City Stadium, with many praising his leadership and tactical decisions. The team's promotion to the Championship is a significant achievement, and fans are eager to see how they will perform in the new season.