Cardiff Earns Championship Promotion with Victory Over Reading

Cardiff City has clinched promotion back to the Championship after defeating Reading 3-1. The win, combined with Exeter's 96th-minute equalizer against Stockport, ensured that all of Cardiff's promotion rivals failed to secure a win, thereby enabling the Welsh side to confirm their return to the second tier following their relegation last season. Head coach Brian Barry-Murphy expressed his delight, stating, 'It means everything' and praising his players for their incredible ambition and exceptional football skills. The team's captain, Rubin Colwill, scored the opening goal in the 40th minute, while Omari Kellyman doubled the lead in the 50th minute. Although Daniel Kyerewaa reduced the deficit in the 73rd minute, defender Perry Ng sealed the victory with a superb goal four minutes from the end. The outcome was further confirmed when Exeter scored a dramatic equalizer, securing Cardiff's promotion at the first attempt following their relegation to League One last season.