Cardiff City, now in League One, has experienced a significant reset, with some supporters viewing their relegation as a positive development. The club currently sits top of the table, playing an exciting new style of football under head coach Brian Barry-Murphy. They have scored 52 goals in 29 league games this season, surpassing their total from the entire 2024-25 Championship campaign.
This transformation follows a period of fan apathy and anger during their time in the Championship. Previous issues included an exodus of senior players, frequent managerial changes, and the unpopular ownership of Vincent Tan. Despite the current success, an ex-captain has cautioned that the same fundamental problems remain within the club.
Some observers suggest Cardiff's improved fortunes are a 'happy accident' resulting from relegation, rather than a direct success attributable to owner Vincent Tan. The club's core of young Welsh players is reportedly flourishing under the new guidance.
