Cardiff Earns Championship Promotion with Victory Over Reading

Cardiff City has clinched a promotion to the Championship following a 3-1 win against Reading. The victory, combined with an unexpected 96th-minute equalizer by Exeter's Jack Bycroft against Stockport, sealed the deal for Cardiff's immediate return to the second tier after being relegated last season. Head coach Brian Barry-Murphy expressed his gratitude and admiration for the team, stating, 'It means the world... I've been blessed to work with a group of players who have incredible ambition.' The match saw Cardiff's Rubin Colwill score the opening goal in the 40th minute, followed by Omari Kellyman doubling the lead in the second half. Although Reading's Daniel Kyerewaa reduced the deficit in the 73rd minute, defender Perry Ng secured the win with a goal four minutes before the end. The outcome was further confirmed by Exeter's dramatic equalizer, cementing Cardiff's promotion. The game began with Reading showing promise, but Colwill's well-directed header broke the deadlock. Kellyman then added a second goal, and despite Kyerewaa's attempt to close the gap, Ng's superb effort sealed the victory, sparking wild celebrations among Cardiff's fans.