However, Goodfellow lasted only two months of his first full season after losing seven of his ten league matches in charge. [9] During their first season in the division, Cardiff recorded their biggest-ever win when they beat Thames by a scoreline of 92. They went on to win the FA Charity Shield after beating amateur side the Corinthians 21 at Stamford Bridge. [65], In December 2022, Cardiff City were issued a transfer embargo by Fifa, which was lifted in January 2023. Iain Darbyshire In total, they have only ever played 20 Football League games against each other. Spiers used the time to establish several local feeder clubs for Cardiff to nurture young players but left the club prior to the resumption of League football after falling out with the board. The crest was also changed to one in which the Welsh Dragon was more prominent than the traditional bluebird. Guardiola hails 'incredible achievement' after U18 & U21 hat-trick, Newcastle hire Norwich Senior Analyst as recruitment revamp continues, Southampton's Crocker appointed Sporting Director of US Soccer, Patience, planning & productivity: 'Secrets' behind Brighton's success. In its final years of use, the club was forced to seek special dispensation from authorities to keep the remaining standing areas of the ground open beyond the three-year period given to clubs at Championship level or above to remove them. And why did former Swansea City star Jazz Richards spark controversy? [9][13], In their first season since the resumption of the Football League, under new manager Billy McCandless, Cardiff finished the 194647 season as champions of the Third Division South and returned to the Second Division. [2] He set about adopting a more professional approach, signing several players with Football League experience, including brothers John and George Burton and Billy Hardy. [46][47] On 18August 2013, Cardiff played their first ever away Premier League match against West Ham United, losing 20. [3][4] In their first season, they played friendlies against local sides at their Sophia Gardens ground. In the 1960s, Cardiff entered European competition for the first time and manager Jimmy Scoular led the team to the semi-final of the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1968. With the club since August 2012, working his way up from Academy S&C. Another with a long association with Warnock. Cardiff City owner Vincent Tan at Cardiff vs Crystal Palace, (Image: Chris Fairweather/Huw Evans Agency), Cardiff Assistant manager Kevin Blackwell, Cardiff City legend Andy Legg heads up the Under-23s. Scott Davies Cardiff City Women Assistant Manager. [57], Warnock resigned as manager in November 2019 following a poor start to the season and was replaced by Neil Harris. The key men behind the transfer dealings are executive chairman Mehmet Dalman and executive director and CEO Ken Choo . Jack Radusin,Patrick Deboys and Josh Morris are the men behind the analysis. KEVIN PHILLIPS has just led South Shields to promotion to the National League North - and he's aiming much higher. [2], Club founder Walter Bartley Wilson was chosen as Stewart's replacement but was unable to improve the team's fortunes and was replaced after less than a year in charge by Ben Watts-Jones. [5] When King EdwardVII granted Cardiff city status in 1905, the club put in a request to the South Wales and Monmouthshire Football Association to change their name to Cardiff City. However, they reached their second FA Cup final in the space of two years. The striker, 27, has scored seven goals in 13 appearances since joining . [13] In their third season in the top-tier, the team finished runners-up to Huddersfield Town because of a goal average difference of 0.024. Under "Position", you can select a specific role from the drop-down menu. "He is not in the staff anymore," Lamouchi said on Tuesday when asked why Stack wasn't in the Cardiff dugout. [90], The stadium was built with one stand. As of January 2023, there has been a total of 40 managers and 8 caretaker managers. 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Gould enjoyed a positive start, remaining unbeaten in his opening nine games, but was replaced by Alan Cork after suffering two consecutive defeats in October 2000. [45] He took the side to the League Cup final for the first time in the club's history during his first season. Sol Bamba, Dean Whitehead and Tom Ramasut remain part of the coaching staff, while academy goalkeeping coach James Wood, son of former Cardiff keeper George, was at Kenilworth Road on. This chronological list comprises all those who have held the position of manager of the first team of Cardiff City. [38] Hammam funded the transfers of several new players to the club, and new manager Lennie Lawrence guided Cardiff to promotion when they won the Second Division play-off in 2003 against Queens Park Rangers. [2] Watts-Jones remained in charge for another three years until Bill Jennings replaced him. However, he resigned his position in February 2002 after coming under pressure due to indifferent form. [15], Lebanese businessman Sam Hammam assumed control of the club in 2000 and replaced Ayre with Bobby Gould, who had managed Hammam's previous club Wimbledon. [91] The ground hosted its first match on 1September 1910 with a friendly against Aston Villa;[6] Lord Crichton-Stuart ceremonially kicked off the game. [42][43] Tan later became the Cardiff's majority shareholder after buying out several other directors and acquired around 82% of the club's shares. Only competitive matches are counted. [25] Their first ever match in European competition was in the tournament during the 196465 season against Danish side Esbjerg fB. As is the modern way, the Bluebirds are well stocked with eagle-eyed analysts who are tasked with fine tuning the team's preparation as well as offering insight from the stands during the game. Stack was appointed last summer by Steve Morison, having previously worked with Watford's academy. The team has spent 17 seasons in the top tier of English football, the longest period being between 1921 and 1929. [27] The team remained in the Second Division for 19 of the 20 seasons between 1962 and 1982, having been relegated to the Third Division for the 197576 season. Lamouchi, meantime, says Cardiff will attempt to sign Sory Kaba on a permanent basis this summer if they avoid relegation. [16] Lennie Lawrence, who had been working as the club's director of football, took control of the first team following Cork's departure and led the side to two consecutive top six finishes. Financial investment after 2000 saw the club reach the First Division under Lennie Lawrence before returning to the top tier of English football, the Premier League, for the first time in 52 years under Malky Mackay in 2012. strength and conditioning coach Ryan Campbell. [19][13][20] The club entered a period of decline after their cup success. Kit manager Paul Carter and groundsman Roy Evans both undertake important roles at Cardiff City Stadium, while football management PA Victoria McCracken ensures the whole operation runs smoothly. Russell Osman spent two seasons in charge and stabilised the club in the Third Division but was sacked in January 1998 with Hibbitt briefly returning. [82] Alan Curtis, who played for both sides, commented, "I think Cardiff has always been perceived [] to receive whatever funding is going around. Wales 6 a side are delighted to announce that Ben Parry has joined the set up as a strength and conditioning coach. [96] Although a pre-season friendly against Chasetown was played at the ground with limited capacity to test safety features,[98] the stadium was officially opened with a friendly against Scottish side Celtic on 22 July 2009. Arrived as an intern in January 2016. They remained in the First Division for the next decade, and finished in the top four on two occasions. A gradual improvement in the 1990s included both Frank Burrows and Eddie May achieving promotions during their tenures. They have also reached three other cup finals in English competitions, the 1925 FA Cup Final against Sheffield United, the 2008 FA Cup Final against Portsmouth and the 2012 Football League Cup Final against Liverpool, suffering defeat on each occasion. [77][78] The action has become popular with Cardiff fans outside football to show support for the club with boxer Nathan Cleverly,[79] Olympic swimmer David Davies and rugby player Gareth Thomas all having performed the action at some points of their careers. 9. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Advertise with us Don't miss a moment of City's matches throughout the 2022/23 season. RH. The player who has won the most caps as a Cardiff player is Aron Gunnarsson, who won 62 caps for Iceland during his spell with the club. Former player Richie Morgan was appointed as caretaker manager and was eventually appointed on a permanent basis, becoming the youngest manager in the club's history at 34. It is also understood that goalkeeper Brian Murphy , who recently signed a four-month deal with the club, is helping out with the keepers in the academy. Their most recent season in the top flight was the 201819 Premier League season. [9][13][14] Cardiff drew their final match 00 as club record goalscorer Len Davies missed a penalty. Had been out of work since leaving Qatari side Al-Duhail in August 2021 before joining the Bluebirds in February 2023. After suffering defeat in the play-offs in the first season, he won promotion via the 2003 Football League Second Division play-off Final in his second. They range from the club's secretary Michelle McDonald to the media team which is spearheaded by head of TV and video Jamie De Cruz and head of communications Mark Denham .