Cian Ashford discussed Cardiff City's 2-2 Championship draw with Sheffield United this weekend. The midfielder spoke to Cardiff City TV after the match at the Cardiff City Stadium, where he scored the equaliser.
What did Ashford say about the performance?
Ashford described the team's mood as positive despite not securing all three points. He pointed to a dominant second-half display as a key takeaway. "We're definitely glass half-full," Ashford said. "The performance in that second half, we were really dominant and we kept our foot on the gas." He credited the home supporters for creating an atmosphere that helped the players. The match saw a frantic opening ten minutes, which Ashford acknowledged required composure to settle into. This result leaves Cardiff in 12th position in the Championship table, as shown on our standings page.
How did Ashford score his goal?
The 22-year-old's goal came from being in the right place at the right time. Ollie Tanner created the initial chance with some individual skill, forcing a save from the Sheffield United goalkeeper. The rebound fell to Ashford in the centre of the box, and he finished calmly. "The keeper pulled off a save and it fell to me - right place, right time," he explained. This was Ashford's third goal of the season across all competitions, contributing to a team that has scored 15 goals in their first 6 league matches. You can see his season statistics on our stats section.
What is the squad's current mindset?
Ashford emphasised a fearless approach instilled by the management. The team focuses on delivering a complete performance from the first minute to the last. He admitted that conceding early goals has been a recent pattern, referencing matches against Wrexham and Derby County. The squad's objective is now to turn strong performances into consistent results. With players like Krystian Bielik providing experience in midfield, the group is confident in their direction under manager Brian Barry-Murphy.
What comes next for Cardiff?
The immediate focus shifts to preparing for the next Championship fixture. The team will look to build on the momentum from their attacking display against Sheffield United. Integrating the lessons from a match where they came from behind will be important. Fans can follow the team's upcoming schedule on our fixtures page. The draw provides a foundation, but the squad knows points are the ultimate measure of progress as they aim to climb the table.
