Cardiff City’s winning streak came to a halt with a 2-1 defeat to Lincoln City. Despite much control in the first half, a late surge by the Imps left the Bluebirds without a win. Head coach Brian Barry-Murphy believes it’s a valuable lesson in game chasing for the young team.
Perry Ng wowed with a stunning equaliser, but it wasn’t enough as Sonny Bradley’s 67th-minute strike became the clincher for Lincoln. Barry-Murphy remains optimistic, noting the impressive spells of play and the team’s high spirits. “We dominated early on,” he remarked, acknowledging that chances were scarce due to Lincoln’s solid defence. He credited the opposition for stepping up their physical game, which made the difference.
The absence of goalkeeper Nathan Trott was noted after he injured his hand against Chelsea. He missed the Lincoln trip, but Barry-Murphy stood by the squad’s effort, seeing room for growth rather than criticism.
As we head into Christmas, Cardiff sits at the top of League One, with the Imps trailing by three points. Despite the setback, it’s clear that Cardiff City is focused and ready to take on the challenges ahead. Keep the faith, Bluebirds! 💙⚽️