Cardiff Clinches Championship Promotion with Victory Over Reading

Cardiff City has secured a return to the Championship after defeating Reading 3-1, capitalizing on a dramatic late equalizer from Exeter's Jack Bycroft against Stockport that prevented their promotion rivals from winning. Head coach Brian Barry-Murphy expressed his gratitude and pride, stating that the achievement 'means the world' and praising his players' incredible ambition and skill. The match saw Rubin Colwill give Cardiff a 1-0 lead at half-time with a back-post header, followed by Omari Kellyman doubling the advantage in the second half. Although Daniel Kyerewaa reduced the deficit for Reading, defender Perry Ng sealed the win for Cardiff with a superb angled effort. The result was confirmed as a promotion-clinching victory when Exeter scored a 96th-minute equalizer, ensuring Cardiff's immediate return to the second tier after their relegation last season.