Omer Riza Critiques Cardiff City Mistakes, Eyes January Transfer Window

Cardiff: Omer Riza is feeling pretty let down after Cardiff City’s recent loss to Oxford United. He pointed out some big mistakes and a lack of urgency that really hurt the team in that 3-2 defeat. With the club sitting in 23rd place, he knows next month is going to be crucial.

The team hasn’t won in nine games, and things are looking pretty grim. They’ve dropped down the Championship table, with only Plymouth Argyle below them. Riza, who just became the permanent manager, is under a lot of pressure, especially after this latest match.

After the game, he said they can’t keep making the same mistakes. Losing the ball and not tracking players led to the first goal, which was a real bummer. He felt they had control before that, but it all slipped away too quickly.

Now, they have Watford coming up, and Cardiff really needs to turn things around. Riza is aware that time is running out, and they need to start winning soon. He mentioned that there are still 60 points to play for, so there’s hope, but they need to focus on the next game.

He emphasized the importance of doing the little things right, like defending properly and being resilient. They need to play with quality and take their chances when they come. Riza is determined to work on these issues in training.

Looking ahead, the January transfer window is looming large. Riza knows it’s a big deal for the club to get out of this tough spot. He admitted that their current position might scare off some potential signings, but they’re already working on a shortlist and having discussions with the board.

He’s optimistic that they can make some moves when the window opens. There are challenges, but they’re prepared with backup options. Riza is ready to get back to the drawing board and make things happen for Cardiff City.