Cardiff City faced Coventry City in a tense match, with player ratings reflecting a mix of solid performances and critical errors.
Cardiff: The Bluebirds had a tough match against Coventry City, ending in a 1-1 draw. Let’s break down how the players performed.
Jak Alnwick got a 7. He struggled a bit with some early crosses but really stepped up in the second half. His shot-stopping and distribution were solid.
Andy Rinomhota also scored a 7. He played well at right-back, keeping his side of the pitch quiet throughout the game.
Dimitrios Goutas earned an 8 for being strong both in the air and on the ground. He even made a fantastic clearance off the line.
Jesper Daland, however, only got a 5. He was generally okay but got outmuscled by Ellis Simms, which led to the goal. He was visibly frustrated when he was subbed off.
Callum O’Dowda shone with an 8. He was a real threat going forward and did a great job setting up the goal.
Calum Chambers received a 7. He broke up play effectively and kept things simple, dropping back into defense later on.
Manolis Siopis was the star of the match with an 8. He thrived with Chambers behind him, allowing him to press higher up the pitch, especially after the red card.
Alex Robertson also got a 7. He scored the opener and has been more involved in the game lately, enjoying a more advanced role.
Cian Ashford matched him with a 7, showing off his pace and strength, and even registered an assist with a nice header.
Callum Robinson scored a 6. He had a goal ruled out for offside and was sent off for what seemed like a harsh decision.
Chris Willock also got a 6. He showed some skill but just couldn’t find that final touch today.
On the bench, Perry Ng, Ollie Tanner, and Yakou Meite all made solid contributions, with Meite particularly impressing with his energy and involvement.
It was a mixed bag for Cardiff, but there were definitely some bright spots to build on for the next match.
