Cardiff City F.c 50 Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

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Cardiff City Football Club is a professional association football team based in the Welsh capital of Cardiff. Established in 1899, they have played their home games at the iconic Cardiff City Stadium since 2009 and currently compete in the Championship – England’s second-highest division. With over 120 years of history, this proud and passionate club has experienced many highs and lows on its journey to becoming one of Wales’ most successful teams.

Table of Contents

1. Aaron Ramsey

Midfielder

Aaron Ramsey Career

  • 1999–2006: Cardiff City
  • 2006–2008: Cardiff City
  • 2008–2019: Arsenal
  • 2010–2011: Nottingham Forest (loan)
  • 2011: Cardiff City (loan)
  • 2019–2022: Juventus
  • 2022:  Rangers (loan)
  • 2022: Nice
  • 2005–2008: Wales U17
  • 2007–2009: Wales U21
  • 2008: Wales
  • 2012: Great Britain Olympic
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:57, 11 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Aaron Ramsey is a Welsh footballer who plays midfielder for the French club Nice. Ramsey made his senior debut with Cardiff City in 2008 and has since played for Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund, and Wales.

He was part of the Welsh squad that reached the semi-finals of the European Championship in 2012, and he helped Wales win their first-ever major tournament when they won the Euro 2016 championship. Ramsey represented England at the Under-21 level before switching allegiance to Wales in 2011.

He made his international debut in February 2013 and has since earned over 50 caps for his country Aaron Ramsey is a Welsh professional footballer who plays midfielder for Arsenal and the Wales national team. 

Ramsey made his professional debut with Cardiff City in 2006, making 262 appearances for the club before joining Arsenal in 2008.

He represented Wales at the youth level before making his senior international debut in 2005 and has since earned 78 caps, scoring 20 goals. 

Ramsey was voted Professional Footballers' Association Player of the Year in 2009 and helped help Arsenal win their first Premier League title in 2014/15.

In January 2019, he transferred from Arsenal to Juventus after representing Wales at three consecutive World Cups.

Also Played For: wales, football manager 2011

2. Craig Bellamy

Forward

Craig Bellamy Career

  • 1988–1990: Bristol Rovers
  • 1990–1996: Norwich City
  • 1996–2000: Norwich City
  • 2000–2001: Coventry City
  • 2001–2005: Newcastle United
  • 2005: Celtic (loan)
  • 2005–2006: Blackburn Rovers
  • 2006–2007: Liverpool
  • 2007–2009: West Ham United
  • 2009–2011: Manchester City
  • 2010–2011: Cardiff City (loan)
  • 2011–2012: Liverpool
  • 2012–2014: Cardiff City
  • 1995–1997: Wales U18
  • 1997–1998: Wales U21
  • 1998–2013: Wales
  • 2012: Great Britain Olympic (O.P.)
  • 2019–2021: Anderlecht (U21)
  • 2022: Burnley (assistant)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Craig Bellamy is a Welsh international footballer who plays as a forward for Burnley. Bellamy started his career at Bristol Rovers, before moving to Norwich City in 1996.

He spent five seasons with the Canaries before joining Coventry City in 2000. After two years with the Sky Blues, he joined Burnley in 2004 and has since made over 300 appearances for the club – scoring over 100 goals.

His performances at Turf Moor have seen him receive several accolades, including Player of The Year and Championship Players' Player of The Season awards in both 2007–08 and 2008–09 respectively. 

In May 2014, Bellamy was appointed assistant manager of Burnley following Sean Dyche's departure to Derby County.

Craig Douglas Bellamy was born on 13 July 1979 in Cardiff, Wales. Played for Bristol Rovers FC (Bristol), scoring 16 goals from 54 league games. 

Also, he played 131 times & scored 48 goals while playing for Norwich City FFC; becoming their top scorer that season.

He helped them gain promotion to Division One football; then went on loan to Coventry City during January 2000 where he helped them avoid relegation finishing 3rd place overall behind Leicester & Watford.

After that making 31 appearances and scoring 10 goals while on loan there. Signed by new Coventry boss John Gregory after impressing on trial.

They didn't make an appearance until November due to suspension but once fit featured prominently up front alongside fellow countryman Marcus Rashford, notching 4 braces including 2 against Peterborough United which lifted Coventry off the bottom spot.

Also Played For: norwich city f.c, newcastle united f.c.

3. Kieffer Moore

Kieffer Moore Career

  • : Torquay United
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2013: Truro City: 22: (13)
  • 2013: Dorchester Town: 13: (7)
  • 2013–2015: Yeovil Town: 50: (7)
  • 2015–2016: Viking: 9: (0)
  • 2016–2017: Forest Green Rovers: 33: (7)
  • 2016: → Torquay United (loan): 4: (5)
  • 2017–2018: Ipswich Town: 11: (0)
  • 2017–2018: → Rotherham United (loan): 22: (13)
  • 2018–2019: Barnsley: 51: (21)
  • 2019–2020: Wigan Athletic: 36: (10)
  • 2020–2022: Cardiff City: 64: (25)
  • 2022–: AFC Bournemouth: 22: (8)
  • 2016: England C: 1: (0)
  • 2019–: Wales: 31: (9)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:28, 3 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 29 November 2022 (UTC)

Kieffer Moore is a striker who currently plays for AFC Bournemouth. Moore started his career at Torquay United, where he made over 100 appearances in the League Two campaign before being snapped up by Ipswich Town in 2014.

After leaving Ipswich Town, Moore spent time on loan with Plymouth Argyle and Colchester United before joining AFC Bournemouth permanently in 2017. 

At the club level, Moore has won promotion to the Premier League twice (with Ipswich Town and AFC Bournemouth), as well as reaching the FA Cup final (with Portsmouth) during his time in England's top flight.

Kieffer Moore has also represented Jamaica internationally at the senior level, playing 36 times between 2011-2017 including three Copa America appearances – helping them reach the semi-finals of that tournament on two occasions (2015 & 2016).

In November 2018 it was announced that Moore would join Major League Soccer side Dalian Yifang following the expiry of his contract with AFC Bournemouth. Moore has also played for West Bromwich Albion and Sheffield Wednesday during spells out on loan from Ipswich Town.

4. John Toshack

Forward

John Toshack Career

  • 1965–1970: Cardiff City
  • 1970–1978: Liverpool
  • 1978–1984: Swansea City
  • 1968–1969: Wales Under-23
  • 1969–1980: Wales
  • 1978–1983: Swansea City (Player–manager)
  • 1983–1984: Swansea City
  • 1984–1985: Sporting CP
  • 1985–1989: Real Sociedad
  • 1989–1990: Real Madrid
  • 1991–1994: Real Sociedad
  • 1994: Wales
  • 1995–1997: Deportivo
  • 1997–1999: Beşiktaş
  • 1999: Real Madrid
  • 2000–2001: Saint-Étienne
  • 2001–2002: Real Sociedad
  • 2002–2003: Catania
  • 2004: Real Murcia
  • 2004–2010: Wales
  • 2011–2012: Macedonia
  • 2013: Khazar Lankaran
  • 2014–2016: Wydad Casablanca
  • 2018: Tractor
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Toshack is a Welsh football manager who has managed both Liverpool and Swansea City. Toshack made his name as a prolific striker for Cardiff City before moving to Liverpool in 1970.

He was appointed manager of Swansea City in 1978, guiding them to the First Division title in 1983. Toshack left Swansea following the club's relegation from the Premier League in 1984 but returned to manage Liverpool two years later.

In 1988, he led Wales to their first-ever major tournament victory at Euro 88, earning him the nickname 'The Lion of Mid-Wales'. After another successful spell at Anfield which saw them win three league titles and two FA Cups between 1990 and 1994.

Toshack was sacked by Liverpool owner John W Henry following an alleged power struggle with player managers Kenny Dalglish and Roy Evans.

He retired from management after leaving Spanish side Valencia midway through the 2006–07 season; during his time there he steered them into La Liga for only their second-ever season while also winning Copa del Rey twice (2007–08 & 2008–09).

On 25 May 2010, it was announced that Toshack had been appointed assistant manager of Real Madrid under new coach José Mourinho on a three-year contract starting 1 July 2010; this followed Pepe Reina's decision not to renew his contract with Real Madrid.

Toshack departed Real Madrid on 30 June 2013 having failed to help them win any silverware during his tenure including being dismissed just months into managerial duties due to poor results.

Also Played For: liverpool f.c

5. Rubin Colwill

Career

  • 2010–2021: Cardiff City
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2021–: Cardiff City: 54: (5)
  • 2018: Wales U17: 3: (0)
  • 2021–: Wales U21: 1: (0)
  • 2021–: Wales: 8: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20:21, 29 November 2022 (UTC)

Rubin Colwill is a Welsh winger who currently plays for Cardiff City. Rubin started his career at Wrexham and made his debut in the 2016-17 season. In total, Rubin has made 25 appearances for Wrexham, scoring two goals.

After impressing during loan spells with Southend United and Hereford United, Rubin joined Cardiff on a permanent deal in January 2019. At 20 years old, Rubin is already an experienced player and looks to continue progressing at Cardiff City over the next few seasons.

Rubin Colwill is a Welsh international footballer who most recently played for Cardiff City in the Premier League. He has also represented Wales at U17 and U21 levels. 

Rubin Colwill came through the ranks at Cardiff City, making his debut in 2010 and helping them win promotion to the Premier League in 2013.

After two seasons spent in England's top division, he moved back to Wales to play for Cardiff City's rivals Swansea City before returning to English football with Bristol City in January 2019. Rubin Colwill is known as an industrious midfielder who can contribute offensively both from set-pieces and from midfield itself.

His ability to get forward has seen him score goals both domestically and internationally, including three times for Wales U17s combined with one senior cap for Wales.

6. Joe Ledley

Midfielder

Joe Ledley Career

  • 1996–2004: Cardiff City
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2004–2010: Cardiff City: 229: (27)
  • 2010–2014: Celtic: 106: (20)
  • 2014–2017: Crystal Palace: 83: (6)
  • 2017–2019: Derby County: 30: (2)
  • 2019–2020: Charlton Athletic: 1: (0)
  • 2020: Newcastle Jets: 6: (0)
  • 2021: Newport County: 4: (0)
  • Total: : 459: (55)
  • 2003–2004: Wales U17: 6: (0)
  • 2004–2005: Wales U19: 3: (0)
  • 2005–2008: Wales U21: 5: (0)
  • 2005–2018: Wales: 77: (4)

Joe Ledley is a Welsh international midfielder who has played for Cardiff City, Celtic, and Crystal Palace since 2004. Joe Ledley was born in 1987 in Cardiff, Wales, and started playing football at the age of six for his local club Cardiff City.

He made his debut for the senior side in 2004 after impressing whilst on loan at Football League Championship side, Cardiff City from youth team rivals Celtic. 

After establishing himself as an important midfield player for both sides, Joe moved to Scottish giants Celtic in 2010 where he would go on to win two league titles and three Scottish cups before joining English Premier League side Crystal Palace in 2014.

Joe continued his good form with Crystal Palace by winning another league title during his time there before moving to Derby County midway through the 2017-2018 season. 

At 35 years old, Joe Ledley announced his retirement from professional football effective immediately following Derby's relegation from the EPL at the end of the 2018-2019 season due to financial difficulties within their own squad.

However, he will continue playing amateur-level football with nonleague side Charlton Athletic until 2020.

7. Robert Earnshaw

Forward

Robert Earnshaw Career

  • 1997–1998: Cardiff City
  • 1998–2004: Cardiff City
  • 2000: Greenock Morton (loan)
  • 2004–2006: West Bromwich Albion
  • 2006–2007: Norwich City
  • 2007–2008: Derby County
  • 2008–2011: Nottingham Forest
  • 2011–2013: Cardiff City
  • 2012–2013: Maccabi Tel Aviv (loan)
  • 2013: Toronto FC
  • 2014: Blackpool
  • 2014: Chicago Fire
  • 2015: Vancouver Whitecaps FC
  • 2015: Whitecaps FC 2 (loan)
  • 1998–2001: Wales U21
  • 2002–2012: Wales
  • 2018–2019: Fresno FC (assistant)
  • 2022: Orange County SC (assistant)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

After a successful youth career with Cardiff City, Robert Earnshaw made his senior debut for the Bluebirds in 1998. He spent four seasons at Cardiff before moving to West Bromwich Albion in 2000.

After two years there, he joined Norwich City and played 45 times over three seasons. In 2007, Earnshaw signed for Aston Villa and helped them qualify for Europe for the first time in their history.

He left Villa at the end of the 2009–10 season and has since had spells with Sunderland, Derby County, and QPR, totaling 206 appearances across all competitions. At the international level, Earnshaw has represented Zambia 34 times, scoring 15 goals.

Since leaving professional football in December 2013, Robert Earnshaw has been working as a coach with Bristol Rovers academy.

Also Played For: zambia best soccer players, zambian soccer

8. Mark Harris

Mark Harris Career

  • 2006–2017: Cardiff City
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2017–: Cardiff City: 78: (9)
  • 2018–2019: → Newport County (loan): 16: (2)
  • 2019: → Port Vale (loan): 6: (0)
  • 2019–2020: → Wrexham (loan): 24: (3)
  • 2014–2015: Wales U17: 2: (1)
  • 2016–2017: Wales U19: 5: (1)
  • 2017: Wales U20: 3: (0)
  • 2017–2020: Wales U21: 19: (3)
  • 2021–: Wales: 5: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 June 2022 (UTC)

Harris was born in Swansea, Wales, and started playing football for local club Cardiff City at the age of seven. Harris made his professional debut for Cardiff City in a 2-0 win over Barnsley in October 2017.

He has played 43 games for Cardiff City scoring 8 goals, including 4 in the Championship during the 2017/2018 season. In February 2018 Mark Harris joined Premier League side Cardiff City on loan from CardiffCity until the end of the season.

On 27 April 2018, he made his debut for Cardiff City coming on as a substitute against Fulham.

Harris signed a contract extension with CardiffCity which will keep him at the club until 2021. Harris was born in Cardiff, Wales, and started his professional career at Cardiff City. Harris spent the majority of his senior career with Newport County before moving to Port Vale on loan in 2019.

Harris made three appearances for Wales U21s during 2018–19 before being called up to the full national team for a friendly against Denmark later that year.

He returned to Newport County after the international break but re-joined Wrexham on loan until the end of the season shortly afterward. Harris is currently contracted to Welsh side Wrexham until 2023 and is hopeful of adding more caps and goals to his record over the next few years.

9. David Marshall

Goalkeeper

David Marshall Career

  • –2002: Celtic
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2002–2007: Celtic: 35: (0)
  • 2007: → Norwich City (loan): 2: (0)
  • 2007–2009: Norwich City: 92: (0)
  • 2009–2016: Cardiff City: 264: (0)
  • 2016–2019: Hull City: 61: (0)
  • 2019–2020: Wigan Athletic: 39: (0)
  • 2020–2022: Derby County: 33: (0)
  • 2022: Queens Park Rangers: 11: (0)
  • 2022–: Hibernian: 22: (0)
  • 2005–2006: Scotland U21: 4: (0)
  • 2009: Scotland B: 1: (0)
  • 2004–2021: Scotland: 47: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 06:57, 15 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 06:57, 15 January 2023 (UTC)

David Marshall is a Scottish goalkeeper who currently plays for Hibernian. Marshall made his professional debut in 2002 for Celtic, before establishing himself as one of the most highly-rated goalkeepers in Scottish football.

He has represented Scotland at the international level and played at the 2006 World Cup and the 2011 European Championship. Marshall is hailed as one of the best goalkeepers in Scottish history and is widely considered one of the country's finest players.

He is currently contracted to Hibernian until the end of the 2020 season. Marshall is a keen outdoorsman and is a member of the Scottish Rifle Association. He married his long-time girlfriend, Laura, in 2018. David Marshall was born in Glasgow, Scotland, on 5 March 1985.

He started his career at Celtic, where he made his professional debut in 2002. He has since established himself as one of the most highly-rated goalkeepers in Scottish football and has represented Scotland at the international level. He is currently contracted to Hibernian until the end of the 2020 season.

10. Michael Chopra

Forward

Michael Chopra Career

  • 1993–2000: Newcastle United
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2000–2006: Newcastle United: 21: (1)
  • 2003: → Watford (loan): 5: (5)
  • 2004: → Nottingham Forest (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2004–2005: → Barnsley (loan): 39: (17)
  • 2006–2007: Cardiff City: 42: (22)
  • 2007–2009: Sunderland: 39: (8)
  • 2008: → Cardiff City (loan): 11: (5)
  • 2009: → Cardiff City (loan): 16: (4)
  • 2009–2011: Cardiff City: 73: (25)
  • 2011–2013: Ipswich Town: 78: (18)
  • 2013–2014: Blackpool: 18: (0)
  • 2014: Kerala Blasters: 9: (0)
  • 2015–2016: Alloa Athletic: 23: (2)
  • 2016: Kerala Blasters: 10: (1)
  • 2022–: West Allotment Celtic: 0: (0)
  • Total: : 389: (108)
  • 1997–1999: England U16: 10: (0)
  • 1999–2000: England U17: 5: (0)
  • 2000–2001: England U19: 7: (0)
  • 2001–2003: England U20: 9: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Rocky Michael Chopra is an English striker who has played for Newcastle United, Watford, Nottingham Forest, and Cardiff City in his career. He made his debut for Newcastle in a 3-2 victory over Norwich City in the Premier League in 2000 and went on to score 21 goals in 171 appearances for the club.

He joined Watford in 2003 on a loan and helped them win the Championship title that season. He then joined Nottingham Forest on a loan in 2004 and scored five goals in 15 appearances. 

He joined Cardiff City in 2006 and helped them win the Welsh Cup that year. He then joined West Allotment Celtic in 2007 and has been a regular in their team since then.

He has also played for the England U21 team and has won six caps. He has recently announced his retirement from professional football. He is currently the club's vice-captain.

11. Graham Kavanagh

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1990–1991: Home Farm: :
  • 1991–1996: Middlesbrough: 35: (3)
  • 1994: → Darlington (loan): 5: (0)
  • 1996: → Stoke City (loan): 3: (1)
  • 1996–2001: Stoke City: 203: (33)
  • 2001–2005: Cardiff City: 142: (28)
  • 2005–2006: Wigan Athletic: 48: (0)
  • 2006–2009: Sunderland: 14: (1)
  • 2007: → Sheffield Wednesday (loan): 7: (1)
  • 2008: → Sheffield Wednesday (loan): 16: (1)
  • 2008–2009: → Carlisle United (loan): 10: (3)
  • 2009–2011: Carlisle United: 54: (4)
  • Total: : 537: (75)
  • 1992–1993: Republic of Ireland U21: 5: (0)
  • 1998–2006: Republic of Ireland: 16: (1)
  • 2013–2014: Carlisle United
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Graham Kavanagh is a former Irish international footballer who played as a midfielder. Kavanagh started his career with Home Farm in 1990, before joining Middlesbrough the following year.

He spent three seasons with the club, before joining Stoke City in 1996. He spent five seasons with the club, before moving to Darlington on a loan in 2001. Kavanagh made his international debut in 1990 and went on to make 63 appearances for the Irish national team.

He retired from international football in 2002. Kavanagh won two Premier League titles with Stoke City, in 1998 and 1999. He also won two FA Cups with the club, in 1997 and 1999. Kavanagh played for the Republic of Ireland at the 1998 World Cup, and the 2002 European Championship.

Kavanagh is currently the football manager at League of Ireland side Shelbourne. Kavanagh has been married to his wife, Denise, since 1999. They have two children, Aoife and Aidan. Kavanagh has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis since 2005. Kavanagh is a devout Catholic.

12. Kevin McNaughton

Defender

Kevin McNaughton Career

  • 1999–2006: Aberdeen
  • 2006–2015: Cardiff City
  • 2013: Bolton Wanderers (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Bolton Wanderers (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Wigan Athletic
  • 2016–2017: Inverness Caledonian Thistle
  • 2017–2018: Forfar Athletic
  • 2022: Bank street athletic
  • 2004: Scotland B
  • 2002–2008: Scotland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

McNaughton started his senior career with the Scottish club Dundee in 2002. He was part of the Dundee team that reached the Scottish Cup final in 2007 and the Scottish League Cup final in 2010.

McNaughton joined Cardiff City in 2011 and played for the club until his retirement in 2016. McNaughton has represented Scotland at under-21 and senior levels. He has been a youth coach at Dundee since 2016.

Kevin McNaughton is married and has two children. McNaughton is a defender and is known for his hard tackling. He is a popular figure in the Dundee community and has been involved in many charity events. McNaughton officially retired from football in 2016 but continues to work as a youth coach at Dundee.

Kevin McNaughton began his career with Aberdeen before moving on to Cardiff City. After a loan spell at Bolton Wanderers, he signed with Wigan Athletic. 

With Forfar Athletic, McNaughton has now played a total of 470 league matches and scored 5 goals. McNaughton has represented Scotland at the international level on a number of occasions.

He made his debut in 2004 and has since played in two World Cups. He has also represented his country at European Championships. McNaughton is known for his hard work and determination on the pitch. 

He is a powerful defender who is always willing to put in a defensive shift. McNaughton is a popular member of his team and has been involved in a number of player-coach relationships.

He is a leader on and off the pitch. McNaughton is estimated to be worth around £3 million. He has been married to his wife, Hayley, since 2007. They have two children.

Also Played For: aberdeen

13. Tony Vidmar

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1989–1995: Adelaide City: 134: (15)
  • 1993: → Germinal Ekeren (loan): 9: (1)
  • 1995–1997: NAC Breda: 61: (4)
  • 1997–2002: Rangers: 104: (9)
  • 2002–2003: Middlesbrough: 12: (0)
  • 2003–2005: Cardiff City: 73: (2)
  • 2005–2006: NAC Breda: 21: (0)
  • 2006–2008: Central Coast Mariners: 33: (0)
  • Total: : 448: (31)
  • 1990–1992: Australia U23: 18: (7)
  • 1991–2006: Australia: 76: (3)
  • 2009–2010: Adelaide United Youth (assistant)
  • 2009–2012: FFSA NTC
  • 2012–2017: FFA CoE
  • 2012–2013: Australia U-17 (assistant)
  • 2013–2017: Australia U-17
  • 2017–2019: Melbourne City (assistant)
  • 2019–: Australia (assistant)
  • 2019–2022: Australia U23 (assistant)
  • 2022–: Australia U23
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Tony Vidmar is a former Australian professional footballer who played as a defender. Vidmar made his professional debut with Adelaide City in 1989, before joining Dutch side Germinal Ekeren on loan in 1993.

He subsequently played for Rangers, Middlesbrough, Cardiff City, and NAC Breda in the English Premier League. 

Vidmar has also represented Australia at the international level, making his debut in 1997. He retired from professional football in 2006, having played 174 games in the English Premier League.

Vidmar is now a football coach, having worked as an assistant coach at Cardiff City and NAC Breda. He has also been a pundit for the Australian national team. Vidmar was inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame in 2012. Vidmar was born in Adelaide, Australia, on 4 July 1970.

14. Jay Bothroyd

Forward

Jay Bothroyd Career

  • –2000: Arsenal
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2000–2003: Coventry City: 72: (14)
  • 2003–2005: Perugia: 26: (4)
  • 2004–2005: → Blackburn Rovers (loan): 11: (1)
  • 2005–2006: Charlton Athletic: 18: (2)
  • 2006–2008: Wolverhampton Wanderers: 55: (12)
  • 2008: → Stoke City (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2008–2011: Cardiff City: 116: (41)
  • 2011–2013: Queens Park Rangers: 25: (3)
  • 2012–2013: → Sheffield Wednesday (loan): 14: (1)
  • 2014: Muangthong United: 16: (6)
  • 2015–2016: Júbilo Iwata: 54: (34)
  • 2017–2021: Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo: 107: (35)
  • Total: : 518: (153)
  • 1999: England U16: 2: (1)
  • 2000–2001: England U18: 2: (0)
  • 2001–2002: England U20: 2: (0)
  • 2001: England U21: 1: (1)
  • 2010: England: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:26, 2 December 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14:24, 13 April 2017 (UTC)

Jay Bothroyd is a former English professional footballer who played as a striker. Bothroyd started his career with Arsenal, making 72 appearances in total between 2000 and 2003.

He then spent time on loan at Perugia, before joining Blackburn Rovers in 2005. Bothroyd helped Blackburn win the League Cup in 2006, before leaving the club the following year. He joined Cardiff City in 2010 and has since made 79 appearances for the Welsh club.

Bothroyd retired from professional football in 2016. He has since been working as a football pundit for BT Sport. 

Bothroyd has two children. He is a former England international and was part of the team that reached the semi-finals of the 2006 World Cup. Jay Bothroyd is a former English footballer who played as a forward.

He played for clubs such as Wolverhampton Wanderers, Cardiff City, Queens Park Rangers, Sheffield Wednesday, and Júbilo Iwata. Jay Bothroyd made his international debut for England in 2010. He has since played for the country at various levels, including the U21 team. 

Jay Bothroyd retired from professional football in 2017, after playing for Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo for two seasons.

Jay Bothroyd was born in Leicester, England in 1984. Jay Bothroyd is married and has two children. Jay Bothroyd is a sports commentator for BBC Sport.

15. Mark Hudson

Defender

Mark Hudson Career

  • –1999: Fulham
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1999–2004: Fulham: 0: (0)
  • 2003: → Oldham Athletic (loan): 11: (0)
  • 2003: → Oldham Athletic (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2004: → Crystal Palace (loan): 14: (0)
  • 2004–2008: Crystal Palace: 106: (7)
  • 2008–2009: Charlton Athletic: 43: (3)
  • 2009–2014: Cardiff City: 144: (11)
  • 2014–2017: Huddersfield Town: 102: (5)
  • Total: : 424: (26)
  • 2018–2019: Huddersfield Town U23s
  • 2019: Huddersfield Town (caretaker)
  • 2019: Huddersfield Town (caretaker)
  • 2022–2023: Cardiff City
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Mark Hudson is a defender who has played for Fulham, Cardiff City, and most recently, Rotherham United. Hudson was born in Guildford, England in 1982. Hudson made his Fulham debut in 1999 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club.

Hudson joined Cardiff City in 2007 and spent two seasons with the club. Hudson joined Rotherham United in January 2014. He made over 50 appearances for the club before leaving in May 2016. Hudson has represented England at under-16, under-17, under-18, and under-21 levels.

Hudson is currently a free agent and has not played professionally since May 2016. Hudson is a versatile defender who can play as a left-back or center-back. Hudson is known for his strong defending and aerial ability. Hudson began his managerial career at Cardiff City, where he was in charge of the U23s.

He left Cardiff City in early 2019 to take over at Huddersfield Town, who were in the midst of a relegation battle. 

Hudson was appointed caretaker manager of Huddersfield Town in May 2019, after the club's original manager, David Wagner, left the club. Hudson was later given the job full-time and led the club to safety in his first season in charge.

Hudson has also been in charge of the U23s at Huddersfield Town and has won several trophies during his time there. Hudson is a former player at Crystal Palace and Oldham Athletic and has over 424 appearances and 26 goals in his career as a player. 

Hudson is also a former manager of Crystal Palace and Oldham Athletic. Hudson is of Jamaican descent. Hudson is currently in his third spell as a manager and is looking to take Huddersfield Town to the top.

16. Jason Koumas

Jason Koumas Career

  • –1997: Liverpool
  • 1997–1998: Tranmere Rovers
  • 1998–2002: Tranmere Rovers
  • 2002–2007: West Bromwich Albion
  • 2005–2006: → Cardiff City (loan)
  • 2007–2011: Wigan Athletic
  • 2010–2011: → Cardiff City (loan)
  • 2013–2015: Tranmere Rovers
  • 2001–2009: Wales
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Jason Koumas was born on September 25th, 1979 in Wrexham, Wales. He started his career at Liverpool where he played for two seasons. He then moved to Tranmere Rovers where he played for three seasons.

He then joined Wigan Athletic in 2007. He retired from professional football in 2013. He then started work as a football coach. He is currently a football analyst for BT Sport. He has also been a manager in the Welsh Premier League.

Jason Koumas is an attacking midfielder who is well-known for his goal-scoring ability. Jason Koumas is a Welsh international who has played for his country 34 times. Koumas spent time at West Bromwich Albion and Cardiff City before joining Tranmere Rovers in 2013.

He has played in the Premier League, Championship, League One, and League Two. Koumas is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing ability. 

Jason Koumas is a well-respected player and has been praised for his leadership skills. He may not be the most prolific goalscorer, but Koumas is a key player for his teams.

Koumas has been called up for the Wales national team for the upcoming World Cup. Jason Koumas is a popular player with the Tranmere Rovers supporters. He has a good attitude and is a team player.

Also Played For: tranmere rovers f.c

17. Bruno Ecuele Manga

Defender

Bruno Ecuele Manga Career

  • 2006: FC 105 Libreville
  • 2006–2007: Bordeaux B
  • 2007–2008: Bordeaux
  • 2008: → Rodez (loan)
  • 2008–2010: Angers
  • 2010–2014: Lorient
  • 2014–2019: Cardiff City
  • 2019–2022: Dijon
  • 2006–: Gabon
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 6 December 2022

Manga is a 34-year-old centre-back who is coming off a successful season with Lorient in France. The manga started his career in his home country of Gabon before moving to France to play for Lorient.

Manga has played for several teams in France, including Lorient, Metz, and Nantes. Manga is a regular for the Gabon national team and was part of the squad that competed at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations.

Manga is a physical defender who likes to get in the opponent's face. Manga is a hard-working player who is looking to continue his successful season with Lorient in 2013. Manga is a versatile defender who can play as either center-back or left-back.

Manga is looking to play in the World Cup this year. Manga is a versatile defender who can play at either center-back or left-back.

Also Played For: gabon

18. Matthew Connolly

Defender

Matthew Connolly Career

  • 1997–2006: Arsenal
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2006–2008: Arsenal: 0: (0)
  • 2006–2007: → AFC Bournemouth (loan): 5: (1)
  • 2007–2008: → Colchester United (loan): 16: (2)
  • 2008–2012: Queens Park Rangers: 116: (2)
  • 2012: → Reading (loan): 6: (0)
  • 2012–2020: Cardiff City: 137: (7)
  • 2015: → Watford (loan): 6: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:42, 6 March 2018 (UTC)

Matthew Connolly is a defender who has played for Cardiff City and Manchester City. Connolly started his career at Barnet before moving to Cardiff City in 2008.

He made 142 appearances for Cardiff City before joining Manchester City in 2014. Connolly has represented England at the under-21 level and made four appearances for the senior team.

Connolly has won two Premier League titles and one FA Cup with Manchester City. He retired from playing in 2018 after suffering a knee injury. Connolly is currently a coach at Manchester City's academy.

Connolly is married and has two children. Connolly is a former England under-21 captain. Matthew Connolly made his name as a fierce midfield battler for Arsenal, but he also has a goalscoring record that is unrivaled in the Premier League.

Connolly joined Queens Park Rangers in 2008, and he was a mainstay in the team until 2012. During that time, he scored a total of 116 goals in 226 appearances. Connolly moved to Read in 2012, and he helped the club to promotion to the Premier League in his first season.

He then joined Cardiff City in 2015, and he has since been a key player for the Welsh side. Connolly has also had loan spells with Watford and Cardiff City, and he has scored six goals in 18 appearances for the Hornets and six goals in 18 appearances for the Bluebirds respectively.

Connolly is currently contracted to Cardiff City until 2020, and he is likely to stay with the Welsh side for the foreseeable future. 

He is a versatile player who can play as a midfielder or a forward. Matthew Connolly is a popular player with Cardiff City fans, and he is known for his tough tackling and powerful shot. He is likely to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.

19. Lee Tomlin

Forward

Lee Tomlin Career

  • 1996–2005: Leicester City
  • 2005: Rushden & Diamonds
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2005–2010: Rushden & Diamonds: 156: (27)
  • 2007: → Brackley Town (loan): 2: (0)
  • 2010–2014: Peterborough United: 135: (32)
  • 2014–2015: Middlesbrough: 56: (11)
  • 2015–2016: AFC Bournemouth: 6: (0)
  • 2016: → Bristol City (loan): 18: (6)
  • 2016–2017: Bristol City: 38: (6)
  • 2017–2021: Cardiff City: 51: (10)
  • 2018: → Nottingham Forest (loan): 15: (4)
  • 2019: → Peterborough United (loan): 19: (2)
  • 2022: Walsall: 5: (0)
  • 2022: Doncaster Rovers: 9: (1)
  • 2022–: Ilkeston Town: 6: (3)
  • 2009: England C: 2: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Lee Tomlin is an English professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Ilkeston Town. Tomlin began his career at Leicester City, before moving to Rushden & Diamonds in 2005.

He made his senior debut in 2009 for Bristol City and has since played for a number of other clubs in England. Tomlin was part of the Bristol City team that won the League One title in 2016. In January 2019, Ilkeston Town announced that Tomlin had signed a contract to become their new player-coach.

Tomlin is a versatile player who can operate in a number of positions, and is known for his attacking play. He has represented England at the youth level and is expected to make his full international debut in the future. Tomlin is married and has two children. Tomlin is a Leicester City fan.

20. Roger Johnson

Defender

Roger Johnson Career

  • 1998–2000: Wycombe Wanderers
  • 2000–2006: Wycombe Wanderers[2]
  • 2006–2009: Cardiff City
  • 2009–2011: Birmingham City
  • 2011–2015: Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • 2013–2014: → Sheffield Wednesday (loan)
  • 2014: → West Ham United (loan)
  • 2015: Charlton Athletic
  • 2015: Pune City
  • 2016–2017: Charlton Athletic
  • 2017–2019: Bromley
  • 2022–: Brackley Town
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Roger Johnson is a defender who has played for Brackley Town in the Football League. Roger Johnson started his senior career at Wycombe Wanderers. Roger Johnson is an England youth international.

Roger Johnson signed for Brackley Town in the summer of 2011. Roger Johnson is 6' 3" tall and has played at left back and center back. Roger Johnson signed a one-year contract with Brackley Town in the summer of 2011.

Roger Johnson is a hard-working defender who is also good on the ball. Roger Johnson is a regular in the England youth set-up. 

Roger Johnson is expected to play a key role for Brackley Town in the forthcoming season. Roger Johnson was born on December 26, 1984, in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England.

Johnson started his career as a trainee at Wycombe Wanderers before joining Cardiff City in 2006. He made 119 appearances for Cardiff before joining Birmingham City in 2009. 

He spent two seasons with Birmingham before joining Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2011. 

Johnson spent three seasons with Wolverhampton before joining Sheffield Wednesday in 2014 on a loan.

He made 17 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday before joining West Ham United in 2015 on a loan. Johnson rejoined Wolverhampton in 2016 and spent two seasons with the club. 

He signed for Charlton Athletic in 2017 and spent two seasons with the club. Johnson signed for Bromley in 2019 and is currently the manager of the club.

Also Played For: birmingham city

21. Phil Dwyer

Phil Dwyer Career

  • 1969–1972: Cardiff City
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1972–1985: Cardiff City: 471: (41)
  • 1985: → Rochdale (loan): 15: (1)
  • Total: : 486: (42)
  • 1979: Wales U21: 1: (0)
  • 1978–1979: Wales: 10: (2)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Phil Dwyer was a Welsh defender who played for clubs including Cardiff City, Liverpool, and Nottingham Forest. Dwyer made more than 400 appearances in the English top flight and represented Wales at the international level.

He died in November 2021, aged 68. Dwyer was one of the most consistent defenders in the English top flight during the 1970s and 1980s and was a key part of several successful Liverpool teams. Dwyer was known for his strong defending and accurate passing and was often compared to his Liverpool team-mate Bruce Grobbelaar.

Dwyer was a regular fixture in the Welsh national team and made more than 60 appearances. He was inducted into the Welsh Football Hall of Fame in 2012. Dwyer was born in Cardiff, Wales, and died in Cardiff, Wales. 

Dwyer started his career at Cardiff City, playing in the senior team for four years. After leaving Cardiff City, Dwyer spent a year at Rochdale on loan.

Dwyer then played for a Welsh club, Wrexham, before retiring from professional football. Dwyer played for Wales U21s and made one appearance. Dwyer is now a pundit for BBC Wales. Dwyer became a Welsh international in 1979 and played one game. 

Dwyer is a Welsh national icon and is highly respected in his homeland. Dwyer is currently a pundit for BBC Wales and is often interviewed about Welsh football. Dwyer is considered to be one of the greatest Welsh players of all time.

22. Andy Legg

Andy Legg Career

  • 1988: Briton Ferry Athletic
  • 1988–1993: Swansea City
  • 1993–1996: Notts County
  • 1996–1998: Birmingham City
  • 1997: Ipswich Town (loan)
  • 1998: Reading
  • 1998: Peterborough United (loan)
  • 1998–2003: Cardiff City
  • 2003–2005: Peterborough United
  • 2006: Maesteg Park
  • 2006: Newport County
  • 2006: Llanelli
  • 2006–2007: Hucknall Town
  • 2007: Llanelli (loan)
  • 2007–2012: Llanelli
  • 1996–2001: Wales
  • 2007: Hucknall Town
  • 2009–2012: Llanelli
  • 2016: Bangor City
  • 2017–2019: Cardiff City U23
  • 2020–2021: Llanelli
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Andy Legg was born in 1966 in Neath, Wales. He started his career with the Welsh club Baglan Boys Club before moving to English clubs Swansea City and Notts County.

He joined Birmingham City in 1996 and spent two seasons there before moving to Read. He spent a season with Reading before joining Peterborough United on a loan.

Legg played for Ipswich Town from 1998 until he retired in 2001. He rejoined Reading in 2006 and has since served as an assistant manager. He has also worked as a scout for Reading.

Legg is currently the assistant manager at League Two side Port Vale. Legg was made an OBE in the 2010 Queen's Birthday Honours. Andy Legg made his debut for Cardiff City in 1998 and went on to make over 700 appearances for the club, scoring 72 goals.

After leaving Cardiff City, Legg had a short spell at Peterborough United before joining Maesteg Park. Legg then had a three-year spell at Newport County, where he helped the club win the Welsh Cup in 2006. 

Legg then joined Llanelli in 2006 and helped the club win the Welsh Premier League and the Welsh Cup in 2007.

Legg then joined Hucknall Town in 2007 and helped the club win the FA Cup in 2009. Legg then joined Llanelli again in 2009 and helped the club win the Welsh Premier League and the Welsh Cup in 2010. Legg then left Llanelli in 2012 and joined Bangor City. 

Legg then joined Cardiff City U23 in 2016 and helped the club win the Welsh Premier League and the Welsh Cup in 2017.

Legg then joined Llanelli for the second time in 2020 and is set to help the club win the Welsh Cup.

Also Played For: swansea city a.f.c

23. Danny Gabbidon

Defender

Danny Gabbidon Career

  • 1996–1998: West Bromwich Albion
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1998–2000: West Bromwich Albion: 20: (0)
  • 2000: → Cardiff City (loan): 7: (0)
  • 2000–2005: Cardiff City: 193: (10)
  • 2005–2011: West Ham United: 96: (0)
  • 2011–2012: Queens Park Rangers: 17: (0)
  • 2012–2014: Crystal Palace: 33: (2)
  • 2014–2015: Cardiff City: 1: (0)
  • 2015: Panteg: 0: (0)
  • Total: : 366: (12)
  • 1999–2001: Wales U21: 17: (0)
  • 2002–2014: Wales: 49: (0)
  • 2014: Cardiff City (caretaker)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Danny Gabbidon is a Welsh defender who has played for West Bromwich Albion, Crystal Palace, and Southampton. Gabbidon was born in Cwmbran, Wales, in 1979.

Gabbidon started his career at West Bromwich Albion in 1998. He played 20 games for the club. Gabbidon then moved to Crystal Palace in 2000. He played 20 games for the club.

Gabbidon then moved to Southampton in 2002. He played 43 games for the club. Gabbidon retired from professional football in 2007. Gabbidon has played for the Welsh national team.

Gabbidon has been a regular for the Wales national team since 2002. Gabbidon has been a part of the Welsh squad for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, the 2006 FIFA World Cup, and the UEFA Euro 2016.

Danny Gabbidon is a Welsh footballer who plays as a left-back for Cardiff City. Gabbidon started his career with Cardiff City and went on to play for West Ham United and Queens Park Rangers.

In total, Gabbidon has played 366 league games and scored 12 goals. Gabbidon has also represented Wales at the international level. Gabbidon is a utility player who can play left-back, left midfield, or as a central midfielder.

Gabbidon was appointed caretaker manager of Cardiff City in 2014. Gabbidon is currently contracted to Cardiff City until the end of the 2017-2018 season. Gabbidon is a hard-working defender who is always looking to improve his game.

Gabbidon is a versatile player who can play in any position on the pitch.

24. Stephen McPhail

Midfielder

Stephen McPhail Career

  • 1992–1995: Home Farm
  • 1995–1997: Leeds United
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1997–2004: Leeds United: 78: (3)
  • 2002: → Millwall (loan): 3: (0)
  • 2003: → Nottingham Forest (loan): 14: (0)
  • 2004–2006: Barnsley: 73: (4)
  • 2006–2013: Cardiff City: 190: (3)
  • 2013–2014: Sheffield Wednesday: 13: (0)
  • 2014–2016: Shamrock Rovers: 53: (2)
  • Total: : 424: (12)
  • 1995: Republic of Ireland U17: 2: (0)
  • 1999–2001: Republic of Ireland U21: 4: (0)
  • 2006: Republic of Ireland B: 1: (0)
  • 2000–2004: Republic of Ireland: 10: (1)

McPhail started his career at Home Farm before moving to Leeds United. McPhail spent three seasons with Leeds United before joining Millwall on a loan in 2003.

McPhail spent four seasons with Millwall before joining Nottingham Forest in 2006. McPhail spent three seasons with Nottingham Forest before joining Cardiff City in 2010.

McPhail played for Cardiff City until his retirement in 2017. McPhail has made 78 appearances in the Premier League, Championship, and League One. McPhail has represented England at the international level.

McPhail retired from professional football in 2017. McPhail is currently a football coach. Stephen McPhail was born on 9th December 1986 in Barnsley, England. Stephen McPhail started his career at Barnsley, where he made 423 appearances and scored 12 goals.

McPhail then moved to Cardiff City, where he made 190 appearances and scored 3 goals. McPhail then signed for Sheffield Wednesday, where he made 13 appearances and scored 0 goals. McPhail then joined Shamrock Rovers, where he made 53 appearances and scored 2 goals.

McPhail retired from playing in 2016, after playing for Sheffield Wednesday and Shamrock Rovers. 

McPhail has represented Ireland at the international level and won the UEFA European Under-18 Championship in 1998. McPhail has since gone on to work as a coach at Sheffield Wednesday and Shamrock Rovers.

Stephen McPhail is currently a coach at Sheffield Wednesday.

25. Trevor Ford

Trevor Ford Career

  • : Tower United
  • 1940–1942: Swansea Town
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1942–1947: Swansea Town: 16: (9)
  • 1947–1950: Aston Villa: 120: (60)
  • 1950–1953: Sunderland: 108: (67)
  • 1953–1956: Cardiff City: 96: (42)
  • 1957–1960: PSV: 53: (21)
  • 1960–1961: Newport County: 8: (3)
  • 1960–1961: → Romford (loan): 10: (4)
  • Total: : 411: (206)
  • 1946–1956: Wales: 38: (23)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Trevor Ford is best known for his time with PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands, where he played from 1949 to 1959. Ford was a prolific goalscorer during his time at PSV, scoring an impressive 291 goals in 404 appearances.

Ford also represented Wales at the international level and was a member of the team that won the 1958 World Cup. Ford retired from playing football in 1959, and later served as the manager of several Welsh clubs. Trevor Ford died in 2003 at the age of 79, after a long and successful career in football.

Ford was born in Swansea in 1940. Ford started his career at Swansea Town and made over 411 appearances for the club. 

Ford joined Aston Villa in 1947 and enjoyed successful years at the club, winning the League Championship in 1950 and the FA Cup in 1951. Ford signed for Sunderland in 1953 and won the League Championship in 1956.

Ford joined Cardiff City in 1957 and helped the club win the Welsh Cup in 1958. Ford moved to PSV Eindhoven in 1960 and won the Eredivisie title in his first season with the club. 

Ford signed for Romford in 1961, where he helped the club win the Conference title. Ford retired from football in 1967. Ford later worked as a football coach at various clubs.

26. Fred Keenor

Fred Keenor Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1912–1931: Cardiff City: 432: (17)
  • 1915–1919: → Brentford (war guest): 46: (5)
  • 1931–1934: Crewe Alexandra: 116: (5)
  • 1934–1935: Oswestry Town: :
  • 1935–1937: Tunbridge Wells Rangers: :
  • 1920–1932: Wales: 32: (2)
  • 1934–1935: Oswestry Town
  • 1935–1937: Tunbridge Wells Rangers
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Fred Keenor was a Welsh defender who played for Cardiff City and the Wales national team. Keenor was born in Cardiff in 1894 and played for the club from 1915 to 1924.

He helped the side to win the Welsh Cup in 1924 and was also a member of the Cardiff side that reached the FA Cup final in 1927, losing 2-1 to Bolton Wanderers. Keenor also played for Wales at the international level, making his debut in a 3-2 defeat against Scotland in March 1921.

He went on to play 16 times for his country, scoring one goal. Keenor retired from playing in the early 1930s and later worked as a coach at the club. He died in 1972 at the age of 78. Keenor has been inducted into the Welsh Football Hall of Fame and the Cardiff City Hall of Fame.

Fred Keenor was a Welsh international footballer who played for Cardiff City and Crewe Alexandra. Keenor also had a short managerial career with Oswestry Town. Keenor was a prolific goalscorer during his playing days, and he holds the record for the most goals scored in a Welsh international career.

Keenor later became a football commentator and manager.

27. Ryan Allsop

Career

  • 2007–2010: West Bromwich Albion
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2010–2011: West Bromwich Albion: 0: (0)
  • 2010: → Stockport County (loan): 0: (0)
  • 2011–2012: Millwall: 0: (0)
  • 2012: Höttur: 8: (0)
  • 2012–2013: Leyton Orient: 20: (0)
  • 2013–2018: AFC Bournemouth: 23: (0)
  • 2014: → Coventry City (loan): 27: (0)
  • 2016: → Wycombe Wanderers (loan): 18: (0)
  • 2016: → Portsmouth (loan): 2: (0)
  • 2017–2018: → Blackpool (loan): 22: (0)
  • 2018: → Lincoln City (loan): 16: (0)
  • 2018–2021: Wycombe Wanderers: 99: (0)
  • 2021–2022: Derby County: 30: (0)
  • 2022–: Cardiff City: 28: (0)
  • 2008: England U17: 5: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC)

Ryan Allsop is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Cardiff City. Allsop started his career at West Bromwich Albion in 2007. Allsop made his Premier League debut for Cardiff City in March 2016.

Allsop has represented England at various youth levels. Allsop has been named the Cardiff City goalkeeper of the season on two occasions. Allsop is a UEFA A-Licence holder. Allsop is a Birmingham City supporter.

Allsop is married. Allsop has two children. Ryan Allsop is a talented footballer who has spent most of his career playing in the Football League. He began his career with West Bromwich Albion, before moving on to Stockport County and then Millwall.

In 2012, he joined League Two side Leyton Orient, where he made an instant impact, scoring 20 goals in 23 appearances. 

He then joined AFC Bournemouth in 2013, where he made a further 23 appearances over two seasons. In 2014, he moved to Coventry City on a loan deal, before returning to AFC Bournemouth the following year.

In 2016, he moved to Wycombe Wanderers on a loan deal, before joining Portsmouth the following year. He then rejoined AFC Bournemouth in 2018, where he has continued to make an impact. He is currently contracted to Wycombe Wanderers until 2021. 

Ryan Allsop is a talented footballer who has spent most of his career playing in the Football League. He is currently contracted to Wycombe Wanderers until 2021.

28. Perry Ng

Defender

Perry Ng Career

  • 2004–2014: Crewe Alexandra
  • 2014–2021: Crewe Alexandra
  • 2015: → Hyde United (loan)
  • 2021–: Cardiff City
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC)

Perry Ng is a defender who currently plays for Crewe Alexandra. Ng was born in Liverpool, England, in 1996. Ng is 5'11'' inches tall and has played for England at the youth level.

Ng started his career at Liverpool but made his professional debut with Crewe Alexandra in 2017. Ng has made one appearance for the England senior team, in a 2018 World Cup qualifier against Lithuania.

Ng is a versatile defender who can play at either center-back or right-back. Ng is a hard-working player who is always willing to put in a shift for his club. Ng is looking to improve his international career and play for England at the senior level more often.

Ng is a promising young defender who is sure to improve further with experience. Perry Ng is a Cardiff City player and 38 years old. 

Ng started his career at Crewe Alexandra before joining Hyde United on loan in early 2015. Ng made his Cardiff City debut in a 1-0 victory over Bristol Rovers in the Championship on 22 January 2023.

Ng has played 84 appearances for Cardiff City in all competitions, scoring one goal. Ng is a versatile player who can play as a defender or midfielder. Ng is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a strong performance for his team. 

Ng is a popular player with his teammates and is highly respected by them. Ng is a long-term Cardiff City player who is looking to continue his success with the club.

Ng is a highly-rated player in the Championship and is considered to be one of the best defenders in the league.

Also Played For: crewe alexandra f.c

29. Sheyi Ojo

Sheyi Ojo Career

  • 2007–2011: Milton Keynes Dons
  • 2011–2015: Liverpool
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2015–2022: Liverpool: 8: (0)
  • 2015: → Wigan Athletic (loan): 11: (7)
  • 2015–2016: → Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan): 17: (17)
  • 2017–2018: → Fulham (loan): 22: (19)
  • 2018–2019: → Reims (loan): 15: (12)
  • 2019–2020: → Rangers (loan): 19: (10)
  • 2020–2021: → Cardiff City (loan): 41: (22)
  • 2021–2022: → Millwall (loan): 38: (27)
  • 2022–: Cardiff City: 25: (1)
  • 2011: England U16: 3: (0)
  • 2012–2014: England U17: 11: (1)
  • 2014–2015: England U18: 9: (4)
  • 2015–2016: England U19: 14: (1)
  • 2017: England U20: 5: (0)
  • 2017: England U21: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC)

Sheyi Ojo is a talented winger who has played for Liverpool and Cardiff City in the Premier League. Ojo made his senior debut for Liverpool in 2015 and has since played a total of 43 games for the club.

Ojo joined Cardiff City in the summer of 2017 and has since made 11 appearances for the Welsh side. Ojo is a speedy winger who is capable of creating chances for himself and his teammates. Ojo is considered to be one of the most promising young players in the Premier League.

Ojo has a good work ethic and is always looking to improve his game. Ojo is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team win. Ojo has a good attitude both on and off the pitch. Ojo is a talented player who is capable of making an impact on the Premier League stage.

Sheyi Ojo is a 19-year-old English footballer who plays as a winger for Liverpool and the England U21 team. Ojo joined Liverpool from Wigan Athletic in 2015 and made his first-team debut the following year. In 2018, he joined Fulham on a loan deal and helped them achieve promotion to the Premier League.

He then joined Reims on a season-long loan in 2019. Ojo signed for Rangers on loan in 2020 and helped them win the Scottish Championship. Ojo made his Cardiff City debut in the 2020–21 season. He has also played for England's U16, U17, U18, U19, and U20 teams. 

Ojo has represented England at the U21 level and is set to make his full international debut in March 2021.

30. Mahlon Romeo

Career

  • –2012: Arsenal
  • 2012–2013: Gillingham
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2013–2015: Gillingham: 1: (0)
  • 2013: → Dover Athletic (loan): 1: (0)
  • 2015–2022: Millwall: 198: (2)
  • 2021–2022: → Portsmouth (loan): 35: (0)
  • 2022–: Cardiff City: 21: (0)
  • 2015–: Antigua and Barbuda: 12: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 29 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22:33, 16 January 2019 (UTC)

Mahlon Romeo is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for Cardiff City. Romeo was born on September 19th, 1995 in Westminster, England. At the age of only thirteen, Romeo joined Arsenal from the youth ranks.

Romeo made his professional debut for Arsenal in a Premier League game against Aston Villa in 2012. Mahlon Romeo moved to Cardiff City in January 2017. Romeo has made 41 appearances for Cardiff City in all competitions.

Mahlon Romeo is a very versatile defender, capable of playing at either left-back or center-back. Mahlon Romeo is highly valued by his manager, Neil Warnock, and is considered to be one of the club's key players. Mahlon Romeo is contracted to Cardiff City until 2021.

Mahlon Romeo is a powerful and fast forward who is capable of scoring goals. Romeo joined Gillingham in 2013 and has since made 198 appearances for the club, scoring 35 goals. Romeo has also represented Antigua and Barbuda at the international level, playing 12 times and scoring 12 goals.

Mahlon Romeo is highly rated by both his club and country and is expected to continue his successful career. Mahlon Romeo is a key player for Gillingham and is expected to lead the team in the future. 

Romeo is a fast and powerful forward and is capable of scoring goals at any time. Romeo is a key player for Gillingham and is expected to lead the team in the future.

Romeo is a powerful and fast forward who is capable of scoring goals. Mahlon Romeo is a powerful and fast forward who is capable of scoring goals and is a key player for Gillingham.

31. Len Davies

Len Davies Career

  • : Victoria Athletic
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1919–1931: Cardiff City: 306: (128)
  • 1931–1932: Thames: 27: (12)
  • 1932–1935: Bangor City: :
  • Total: : 333: (140)
  • 1922–1929: Wales: 23: (6)
  • 1932–1935: Bangor City
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Len Davies was a Welsh international footballer who played as a forward. He started his career with Cardiff City and played in the Football League for them before moving to Chelsea.

Davies made 11 appearances for Wales, scoring two goals. After Chelsea released him, Davies played for Liverpool and Bolton Wanderers before finishing his career with Boston United. Davies died in 1945 after a short illness.

He was posthumously inducted into the Welsh Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Davies was born in Splott, Cardiff, Wales in 1899. Davies started his career with Cardiff City and played in the Football League for them before moving to Chelsea.

Davies made 11 appearances for Wales, scoring two goals. After Chelsea released him, Davies played for Liverpool and Bolton Wanderers before finishing his career with Boston United. Davies died in 1945 after a short illness. Davies was posthumously inducted into the Welsh Football Hall of Fame in 2006.

32. Billy Hardy

Billy Hardy Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • : Bedlington United: :
  • 1910: Heart of Midlothian: 5: (0)
  • 1910–1911: Stockport County: 1: (0)
  • 1911–1932: Cardiff City: 497: (8)
  • 1934–1936: Bradford Park Avenue
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Billy Hardy was an English professional footballer who played as a left back. Hardy made his professional debut in the Football League for Blackpool in 1914.

He went on to play for clubs including Portsmouth, Manchester United, West Ham United, Birmingham City, and Fulham. Hardy was capped six times for England between 1923 and 1928.

He later ran a pub in Iver, England. Hardy died in March 1981 at the age of 89. Billy Hardy played for Bedlington United from 1910 until 1932. He made 497 appearances and scored 8 goals for the Cardiff City club during his time there.

Hardy also managed Bradford Park Avenue from 1934 to 1936. Hardy was a member of the Welsh national team and played in the 1928 and 1930 European Championships. Hardy passed away in May of 1936.

33. Joe Ralls

Midfielder

Joe Ralls Career

  • : , , Badshot Lea, , Aldershot Town
  • 2008–2010: Farnborough
  • 2010–2011: Cardiff City
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2011–: Cardiff City: 313: (30)
  • 2013–2014: → Yeovil Town (loan): 37: (3)
  • 2012: England U19: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22 August 2012

Joe Ralls is a midfielder for Cardiff City. Ralls was born in England in 1993. Ralls has played for Cardiff City since 2016. Ralls is 5'10" tall and is known for his attacking play.

Ralls has represented England at the youth international level. Ralls is a popular player with his Cardiff City fans. Ralls is expected to be a key player for Cardiff City in the upcoming season.

Ralls is a young and upcoming midfielder with a lot of potentials. Joe Ralls is a midfielder who joined Cardiff City in 2013. Joe Ralls has experience playing in both the Championship and the Premier League.

Joe Ralls made his debut for the Wales national team in 2012. Joe Ralls is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to get involved in the game. Joe Ralls is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position.

Joe Ralls is an important player for Cardiff City, and he is expected to continue playing for the club for many years to come. Joe Ralls is a talented player who is capable of creating chances for his teammates. Joe Ralls is a committed player who always puts in a solid performance.

Joe Ralls is a versatile midfielder who can play in any midfield position, and he is a valuable member of the Cardiff City team.

34. Sean Morrison

Defender

Sean Morrison Career

  • 2006–2007: Plymouth Argyle
  • 2007–2008: Swindon Town
  • 2008–2011: Swindon Town
  • 2009–2010: → Southend United (loan)
  • 2011–2014: Reading
  • 2011: → Huddersfield Town (loan)
  • 2012: → Huddersfield Town (loan)
  • 2014–2023: Cardiff City
  • 2023–: Rotherham United
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:16, 21 January 2023 (UTC)

Morrison was born in Plymouth, England in 1991. Morrison started his career with his hometown club Plymouth Argyle. He made his league debut in 2010. Morrison joined Cardiff City in 2013 and played over 100 times for the club.

He helped the club win a promotion to the Premier League in 2018. Morrison has played for clubs in the Premier League and Championship. 

He has also played for Wales in international competitions. Morrison has been a regular for Rotherham United in the Premier League since 2018.

Sean Morrison began his career with Plymouth Argyle in 2006 and made 78 appearances for the club before moving to Swindon Town in 2007. He then joined Reading in 2011 and played 38 games for them before joining Huddersfield Town on a loan in 2012. 

He made his Cardiff City debut in 2014 and has since played 278 games for the club, scoring 33 goals.

Morrison has represented the Republic of Ireland at the youth level and made his senior international debut in 2018. Morrison is known for his powerful and accurate striking ability and is often deployed as a center-back or defensive midfielder. 

He is a hard-working and committed player who is known for his leadership qualities and strong character. 

Morrison is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2021 season and has been linked with a move to Premier League side Manchester United.

Morrison has been named the captain of Cardiff City and has led his team to several successful seasons, including winning the Welsh Cup in 2018. He is a key member of Cardiff City's squad and is widely regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders in the English Premier League. 

Morrison is a fan favorite at Cardiff City and is often seen at the club's home games wearing a Cardiff City shirt and cheering on his team. He is a popular figure in the city and is known for his infectious smile and sense of humor.

Morrison is a key figure in Cardiff City's bid to return to the Premier League and is one of the key players in the club's bid to win the Premier League title. He is a popular figure in the city and is known for his infectious smile and sense of humor. 

Morrison is a key member of the Republic of Ireland squad and has made several appearances for his country at the youth level and at the senior level. He is a hard-working and committed player who is known for his leadership qualities and strong character. 

Morrison is a key figure in Cardiff City's bid to return to the Premier League and is one of the key players in the club's bid to win the Premier League title.

He is a popular figure in the city and is known for his infectious smile and sense of humor. Morrison is a key member of the Republic of Ireland squad and has made several appearances for his country at the youth level and at the senior level. 

He is a hard-working and committed player who is known.

Also Played For: rotherham united f.c

35. Cédric Kipré

Cédric Kipré Career

  • 2008–2014: Paris Saint-Germain
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2014–2017: Leicester City: 0: (0)
  • 2015: → Corby Town (loan): 2: (0)
  • 2017–2018: Motherwell: 36: (1)
  • 2018–2020: Wigan Athletic: 74: (2)
  • 2020–: West Bromwich Albion: 20: (1)
  • 2021: → Charleroi (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2022–: → Cardiff City (loan): 26: (1)
  • 2018–: Ivory Coast U23: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 09:34, 28 March 2018 (UTC)

Cédric Kipré was born on December 9th, 1996 in Paris, France. He started his career at Paris Saint-Germain, before moving on to Cardiff City on loan in January 2019.

Kipré is a defender and has represented France at the youth level. He is a powerful and athletic player, who is capable of playing at both center-back and left-back. Kipré is a serious and disciplined player, who is a key part of Cardiff City's defense.

He is a hard-working and dynamic player, who is always looking to put in a good performance. Kipré is a versatile player, who is capable of playing in a number of positions on the pitch. He is a highly-rated player, who is expected to make an impact at Cardiff City.

Kipré is a talented and promising player, who has the potential to become a star in the Premier League.

36. Isaak Davies

Career

  • 2008–2021: Cardiff City
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2021–: Cardiff City: 32: (2)
  • 2017: Wales U17: 3: (1)
  • 2018–2019: Wales U19: 5: (2)
  • 2020: Wales U20: 1: (0)
  • 2021–: Wales U21: 5: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:25, 22 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14:57, 3 November 2021 (UTC)

Davies was born on 25 September 2001 in Cardiff, Wales. Davies is a forward who currently plays for Cardiff City. Davies has represented Wales at the youth international level.

Davies is 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) tall. Davies made his debut for Cardiff City in the Championship in March of 2017. Davies has previously played for Bristol City and Newport County.

Isaak Davies is a Welsh professional footballer who plays for Cardiff City in the Premier League. He made his senior debut for the club in the 2017-18 season and has since played for Wales at the youth level.

Davies has represented Wales at youth levels and has also played for the under-19 and under-20 teams. He is expected to make his international debut for Wales in the upcoming 2020 European Championships. Davies is a hard-working and versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions.

He is a strong defensive midfielder and is also capable of scoring goals. Davies is a highly-rated player and is expected to continue his progress at Cardiff City in the future. He is one of the most promising young midfielders in the Premier League and is destined for big things. 

Davies is a Welsh international and is expected to feature prominently for Wales in the future.

He is a hard-working and determined player and is sure to make an impact on the Welsh national team.

37. Cody Drameh

Career

  • : Fulham
  • 2020–2021: Leeds United
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2021–: Leeds United: 4: (0)
  • 2022: → Cardiff City (loan): 22: (0)
  • 2023: → Luton Town (loan): 0: (0)
  • 2019: England U18: 3: (0)
  • 2020–: England U20: 3: (0)
  • 2021–: England U21: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:38, 29 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:11, 16 November 2021 (UTC)

Cody Drameh is a young English full-back who currently plays for Luton Town on loan from Leeds United. Drameh was born on 8 December 2001 in London, England.

Cody is 1.75 meters tall and played for Chelsea's youth team before joining Leeds United in 2016. Drameh made his debut for Leeds United in a 2-1 win over Notts County in the EFL Cup in August 2016.

He made his Championship debut for Leeds United in a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough in September 2016. Drameh signed for Luton Town on loan in February 2018. Drameh has represented England at U16, U17, U18, and U19 levels.

Cody is a full-back who can also play as a wing-back. Cody is one of several young English players who are impressive in the Championship this season. Cody Drameh is a talented midfielder who has played for Fulham and Leeds United in the English Premier League.

He has also represented England at U18, U20, and U21 levels. Cody is very versatile and can play in a number of positions, making him a valuable asset to any team. He is a hard worker who always puts in 100% effort on the pitch. Cody is a good passer and has a good eye for goal, which makes him a dangerous player.

He is also a good set-piece taker and can score goals from long range. Cody is a versatile player who can play in a number of different positions, so he is a valuable asset to any team. 

He is a hard worker who always puts in 100% effort on the pitch, and he is a good team player. Cody is a talented player who is worth signing for any team.

38. Neil Etheridge

Goalkeeper

Neil Etheridge Career

  • 2003–2006: Chelsea
  • 2006–2008: Fulham
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2008–2014: Fulham: 0: (0)
  • 2008–2009: → Leatherhead (loan): :
  • 2011: → Charlton Athletic (loan): 0: (0)
  • 2012: → Bristol Rovers (loan): 12: (0)
  • 2013–2014: → Crewe Alexandra (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2014–2015: Oldham Athletic: 0: (0)
  • 2014: → Charlton Athletic (loan): 2: (0)
  • 2015: Charlton Athletic: 2: (0)
  • 2015–2017: Walsall: 81: (0)
  • 2017–2020: Cardiff City: 99: (0)
  • 2020–: Birmingham City: 64: (0)
  • 2005: England U16: 1: (0)
  • 2008–: Philippines: 70: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:54, 8 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 12:40, 14 June 2022 (UTC)

Neil Etheridge is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Birmingham City in the Premier League. Etheridge started his career at Chelsea before moving to Fulham in 2006.

Etheridge made his senior debut for Fulham in 2009 and has since played over 150 games for the club. Etheridge was a member of the Fulham team that won the Championship in 2013.

Etheridge signed for Birmingham City in July 2018 and has made one appearance for the team so far. Etheridge is a composed goalkeeper who is known for his kicking ability. Etheridge is a England U21 international and has also been capped at the senior level.

Etheridge is a passionate supporter of Chelsea and Fulham. Etheridge is an integral part of the England U21 team and is looking to help the team qualify for the 2020 European Championships.

39. Ryan Wintle

Ryan Wintle Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2014–2015: Alsager Town: 25: (8)
  • 2015–2021: Crewe Alexandra: 163: (9)
  • 2021–: Cardiff City: 50: (2)
  • 2021–2022: → Blackpool (loan): 18: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC)

Ryan Wintle is a midfielder who currently plays for Crewe Alexandra. Wintle started his career with Newcastle-under-Lyme before signing for Crewe Alexandra in 2019.

Wintle has represented England at the youth level. Wintle is known for his dribbling and passing ability. Wintle is a versatile player who can play as a central or attacking midfielder.

Wintle is expected to feature for Crewe Alexandra in their League One campaign this season. Wintle is a promising young player who is likely to continue developing in the coming years.

Wintle is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to his team. Ryan Wintle is a talented midfielder who is capable of making an impact on the pitch. Ryan Wintle is a Welsh international footballer who currently plays for Cardiff City.

He started his career at Conference North side Alsager Town, before moving to Crewe Alexandra in 2015. He made his debut for Cardiff City in the Premier League in December of that year and has since played 50 games for the club. Wintle is a midfielder who is known for his passing ability.

He has also been known to score goals, including two in the Premier League. Wintle has represented Wales at various levels, including the under-21 and under-19 teams. He made his full international debut in March of this year. Wintle is a product of the Crewe Alexandra youth system and made his first-team debut in 2010.

He has since played 163 games for the club, scoring nine goals. Cardiff City is currently in the Premier League and has made it to the semi-finals of the FA Cup. 

Wintle has played a big part in their success, appearing in 50 games and scoring two goals. Wintle is currently out with an injury and is expected to be back in early April.

He is a key player for Cardiff City and is expected to be a part of the team that takes on Manchester United in the FA Cup semi-final.

40. Andy Rinomhota

Career

  • –2014: AFC Portchester
  • 2015–2018: Reading
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2014–2015: AFC Portchester: 30: (10)
  • 2018–2022: Reading: 125: (3)
  • 2022–: Cardiff City: 26: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 09:56, 16 July 2018 (UTC)

Andy Rinomhota is a professional footballer who plays for Cardiff City. He is a midfielder and is 25 years old. Rinomhota was born in Leeds, England on 21 April 1997.

He started playing football at the age of seven and progressed through the ranks at various clubs in England. He made his professional debut for Cardiff City in a Premier League match against Fulham on 30 August 2017.

Rinomhota has represented England at various youth levels and has also played for the nation's under-21 team. He is a versatile player who can operate as a defensive midfielder, or in a more advanced role. Rinomhota is the son of former Zimbabwe international footballer, Andy Rinomhota.

He is married and has two children. Rinomhota is a regular member of the Wales under-21 team. Rinomhota made his Reading debut in the 2015/16 season and has since gone on to make 125 appearances for the club. He has represented Wales at the youth level and has also played for the national team.

Rinomhota is known for his hardworking style, which has seen him become a key part of Reading's squad. He is contracted to Cardiff City until 2022 and is expected to be a key player for the Welsh side. Rinomhota is a highly-rated player and is expected to play a major role for Reading in the future.

He is a popular figure with his teammates and is respected for his hard work and dedication. Rinomhota is a versatile player, able to play in several positions across the midfield. He is a popular figure with the Reading fans and has been a mainstay on the side over the past few years. 

Rinomhota is a talented player and is expected to continue to develop and improve over the coming years.

Also Played For: reading fc

41. Aron Gunnarsson

Midfielder

Aron Gunnarsson Career

  • 2004–2005: Þór Akureyri
  • 2005–2006: Þór Akureyri
  • 2006–2008: AZ
  • 2008–2011: Coventry City
  • 2011–2019: Cardiff City
  • 2019: Al-Arabi
  • 2005: Iceland U17
  • 2006–2008: Iceland U19
  • 2007–2011: Iceland U21
  • 2008: Iceland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:05, 13 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15

Aron Gunnarsson is a midfielder for Al-Arabi and he was a member of the Iceland national team at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Aron Gunnarsson was born in Akureyri, Iceland in 1989.

Aron Gunnarsson started his youth career with Þór Akureyri in 2004. Aron Gunnarsson was part of the Iceland national team that competed at the 2016 European Championship. 

Aron Gunnarsson played for Al-Arabi in the 2018 AFC Champions League.

Aron Gunnarsson is a regular for Iceland and has represented his country at several international tournaments, including the 2016 European Championship and the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Aron Gunnarsson is a midfielder who is known for his speed and passing ability.

Aron Gunnarsson is contracted to Al-Arabi until 2020. Aron Gunnarsson is a key member of the Iceland national team and is expected to be a part of the team that competes at the 2020 Olympic Games.

Also Played For: coventry city fc, iceland national football team

42. Alf Sherwood

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1940–1942: Aberaman Athletic: :
  • 1942–1956: Cardiff City: 354: (14)
  • 1956–1961: Newport County: 205: (21)
  • 1961–1963: Barry Town: :
  • 1946–1956: Wales: 41: (0)
  • 1961–1963: Barry Town (player-manager)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Alf Sherwood was a Welsh international defender who played for Swansea City, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Everton in the Football League. Alf Sherwood was born in Aberaman, Wales in 1923 and died in 1990.

Alf Sherwood played for Swansea City, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Everton in the Football League. Alf Sherwood was a defender and played for the Welsh national team. Alf Sherwood was inducted into the Welsh Football Hall of Fame in 1999.

Alf Sherwood is a Welsh football legend and was voted Welsh Footballer of the Century in 1999. Alf Sherwood is considered one of the greatest Welsh defenders of all time. Alf Sherwood was a hard-tackling defender who was known for his strong marking.

Alf Sherwood is a Welsh football legend and was voted Welsh Footballer of the Century in 1999.

43. Kevin Nugent

Kevin Nugent Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1985–1992: Leyton Orient: 94: (20)
  • 1989: → Cork City (loan): :
  • 1992–1995: Plymouth Argyle: 131: (32)
  • 1995–1997: Bristol City: 69: (14)
  • 1997–2002: Cardiff City: 99: (29)
  • 2002–2003: Leyton Orient: 28: (4)
  • 2003: → Swansea City (loan): 4: (3)
  • 2003–2006: Swansea City: 70: (13)
  • Total: : 495: (115)
  • 2007: Swansea City (caretaker)
  • 2009: Leyton Orient (caretaker)
  • 2010: Leyton Orient (caretaker)
  • 2014: Leyton Orient (interim)
  • 2016: Charlton Athletic (caretaker)
  • 2017: Barnet
  • 2017–: Millwall U23
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Nugent is a former English professional footballer who played as a striker. He played for Leyton Orient, Cork City, and Millwall during his career. Nugent represented England at the youth level.

In 2013, Nugent became manager of Millwall U23. He retired from football in 2017. Nugent is currently the manager of Millwall U23. Nugent is the father of two children. He is a supporter of Millwall FC.

Nugent is also a qualified coach. Nugent was a striker for several clubs, most notably Swansea City and Cardiff City. He was briefly caretaker manager of Swansea City in 2007, and later managed Leyton Orient and Charlton Athletic in interim roles.

Nugent is currently the manager of Barnet in League Two.

44. Chris Barker

Chris Barker Career

  • 1997–1999: Alfreton Town
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1999–2002: Barnsley: 113: (3)
  • 2002–2007: Cardiff City: 162: (0)
  • 2004: → Stoke City (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2006–2007: → Colchester United (loan): 38: (0)
  • 2007–2008: Queens Park Rangers: 25: (0)
  • 2008–2010: Plymouth Argyle: 54: (0)
  • 2010: → Southend United (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2010–2013: Southend United: 113: (0)
  • 2013–2016: Aldershot Town: 87: (0)
  • 2016: Hereford: 5: (0)
  • 2016–2017: Weston-super-Mare: 15: (0)
  • Total: : 620: (3)
  • 2015: Aldershot Town (caretaker)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Barker started his career at Alfreton Town before moving on to Southend United in 2003. Barker made over 150 appearances for Southend United scoring six times.

Barker signed with Cardiff City in 2013 and made over 100 appearances for the club scoring once. Barker announced his retirement from professional football in January 2020.

Barker is a former England under-21 international. Barker was diagnosed with a brain tumor in February 2019 and passed away from the disease on 1 January 2020. Barker is survived by his wife and two children.

Barker's legacy will be remembered for his consistency and defensive ability at both club and international levels. Barker will be best remembered for his role in Southend United's 2005 FA Cup win. Barker started his managerial career at Aldershot Town, taking charge of the team as a caretaker in 2015.

He then joined Weston-super-Mare in 2016, leading them to promotion to the National League. Barker has also had experience in the Football League, managing Plymouth Argyle and Queens Park Rangers. 

In 2017, Barker moved to Hereford, where he has so far led the team to fifth place in the National League.

45. Jon Hallworth

Career

  • : Ipswich Town
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1983–1989: Ipswich Town: 45: (0)
  • 1984: → Swindon Town (loan): 0: (0)
  • 1985: → Bristol Rovers (loan): 2: (0)
  • 1985: → Fulham (loan): 0: (0)
  • 1989–1997: Oldham Athletic: 174: (0)
  • 1997–2001: Cardiff City: 123: (0)
  • 2001–2002: Newport County: 1: (0)
  • 2002–2003: Bangor City: 5: (0)
  • Total: : 350: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Jon Hallworth is a former goalkeeper who played for Ipswich Town and later for Sheffield United. He made his debut for Ipswich in 1985 and went on to make over 300 appearances for the club.

He joined Sheffield United in 1992 and played for them until 1997. He then moved to Preston North End and played for them until 2003. He then joined Charlton Athletic and played for them until 2007.

He then joined Macclesfield Town and played for them until 2011. He then retired from football and moved to Spain. He returned to England and joined Conference North side Gateshead. He has since retired from football once again and is now a goalkeeper coach.

Jon Hallworth is a former English footballer who played for Ipswich Town, Bristol Rovers, Fulham, Cardiff City, and Oldham Athletic. Hallworth made his professional debut with Ipswich Town in 1983 and went on to make 45 appearances for the club over the next three seasons.

He joined Bristol Rovers on loan in 1985, making two appearances for the club. He joined Fulham on loan in 1985 and made no appearances for the club. 

Hallworth joined Cardiff City in 1997 and made 123 appearances for the club over the next six seasons. He joined Oldham Athletic in 1999 and made 174 appearances for the club over the next six seasons.

Hallworth left Oldham Athletic in 2001 and joined Bangor City. He made 5 appearances for the club. Hallworth retired from professional football in 2003. Hallworth is currently the head coach of the Ipswich Town Academy.

46. Callum O'Dowda

Callum O Career

  • 2013: Oxford United
  • 2013–2016: Oxford United
  • 2016–2022: Bristol City
  • 2022: Cardiff City
  • 2015–2016: Republic of Ireland U21
  • 2016: Republic of Ireland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21:53, 20 November 2022 (BST)

O'Dowda joined Cardiff City in 2018 from Bristol City. O'Dowda has been a regular for Cardiff City since joining and has made 29 appearances for the club.

O'Dowda has been a left winger for Cardiff City and is known for his speed and dribbling ability. O'Dowda has been capped at the youth level by the England national team.

O'Dowda is a product of the Bristol City academy and has previously played for Barnsley and Sheffield United. O'Dowda is set to miss the remainder of the 2019 season after suffering an ankle injury.

O'Dowda is contracted to Cardiff City until 2021. O'Dowda is a young, up-and-coming left winger who is sure to attract interest from other clubs in the future. O'Dowda is a promising player who has the potential to be a first-team regular for Cardiff City in the future.

Also Played For: republic of ireland football team

47. Joel Bagan

Career

  • : Southampton
  • 2018–2020: Cardiff City
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2020–: Cardiff City: 34: (3)
  • 2020: → Notts County (loan): 2: (0)
  • 2017: Scotland U16: :
  • 2021–: Republic of Ireland U21: 8: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21 August 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 June 2022 (UTC)

Joel Bagan is a 21-year-old defender who currently plays for Cardiff City. Bagan was born in England and played youth football for clubs in his home country.

He made his professional debut in 2016 and has since established himself in the Cardiff City defense. Bagan has been called up to the England U21 team and has also made appearances for the England national team at U17, U19, and U21 levels.

Bagan is known for his strong defensive play and is often described as a “tackler’s tackler”. Bagan is one of the most promising young defenders in the English Premier League and is expected to play a major role for Cardiff City in the future.

He is a member of the English national team and is eager to represent his country at the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Bagan is an avid supporter of Manchester United and has also been linked with a move to the Old Trafford club in the future. 

Joel Bagan is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a strong performance for his club and country.

48. Gavin Whyte

Forward

Gavin Whyte Career

  • 2009–2014: Crusaders
  • 2014–2018: Crusaders
  • 2018–2019: Oxford United
  • 2019–: Cardiff City
  • 2021: → Hull City (loan)
  • 2021–2022: → Oxford United (loan)
  • 2015–2018: Northern Ireland U21
  • 2018–: Northern Ireland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:33, 1 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 08

Gavin Whyte joined Cardiff City in 2019 from Northern Ireland. He has played for Northern Ireland at youth levels. He is a winger or forward. He has made one appearance for Cardiff City in the Premier League.

He has represented Northern Ireland at the under-21 level. He is contracted to Cardiff City until 2021. He is a very talented player who has a lot of potentials. He is a fast player who can run with the ball. He is a very good player who can score goals.

Gavin Whyte is a talented defender who has played for Cardiff City and the Crusaders in senior football. 

Whyte has represented Northern Ireland at the youth level and has also played for Oxford United on loan. The defender is known for his strong defending and accurate passing.

Whyte is a key player for the Cardiff City team and is expected to help them in their quest for promotion to the Premier League. 

The defender has also played for Northern Ireland at the senior level and has been a regular for the national side. Gavin Whyte is a promising defender who is expected to continue playing at the highest level for many years to come.

The defender is a versatile player who can play at either center-back or right-back and is a key member of the Cardiff City team. 

The defender is an important part of the Crusaders team and is expected to lead them to success in the New Zealand National Premier League. 

Gavin Whyte is a promising defender who is expected to play at the highest level for many years to come.

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49. Kion Etete

Career

  • : Notts County
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2018–2019: Notts County: 4: (0)
  • 2019–2022: Tottenham Hotspur: 0: (0)
  • 2021: → Northampton Town (loan): 18: (3)
  • 2022: → Cheltenham Town (loan): 13: (3)
  • 2022–: Cardiff City: 14: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023 (UTC)

Kion Etete is a young forward who currently plays for Cardiff City. He is tall and has good movement, and is likely to become a regular on the team in the future.

Etete was born in England and is of Ghanaian descent. He started his career at Derby County and then moved to Cardiff City in the summer of 2018. Etete has played for England at the under-16, under-17, and under-21 levels.

He is yet to make his full international debut but is sure to be a key player for the Ghana national team in the future. Etete is a fast and powerful forward and is likely to be a threat to opponents with his pace and shooting.

He is also good at creating chances for his teammates. Etete is a hard-working player, who is always looking to help his teammates. He is also a good penalty taker. Etete is likely to be a regular for Cardiff City in the future and is likely to become a key player for the team.

He is a fast and powerful forward and is likely to be a threat to opponents with his pace and shooting. Etete is a good team player and is always looking to help his teammates. 

He is also a good penalty taker. Etete is likely to be a regular for Cardiff City in the future and is likely to become a key player for the team.

He is a fast and powerful forward and is likely to be a threat to opponents with his pace and shooting. Etete is a good all-round player and is likely to become a key player for Cardiff City in the future. He is fast and powerful and is likely to be a threat to opponents with his pace and shooting.

50. Brian Clark

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1960–1967: Bristol City: 195: (83)
  • 1967–1968: Huddersfield Town: 32: (11)
  • 1968–1972: Cardiff City: 182: (75)
  • 1972–1973: AFC Bournemouth: 30: (12)
  • 1973–1975: Millwall: 71: (17)
  • 1975–1976: Cardiff City: 21: (1)
  • 1976–1979: Newport County: 80: (18)
  • Total: : 611: (217)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Brian Clark was born in Bristol, England in 1943. He began his career in the Football League with Bristol City in 1961. He made his debut for Wales in a friendly match against Scotland on 16 November 1966.

He scored his first international goal in a 3-1 victory over Czechoslovakia on 18 October 1970. He represented Wales at the 1974 World Cup and the 1982 World Cup. He finished his career with spells at Cardiff City and Bristol Rovers.

He was inducted into the Welsh Football Hall of Fame in 2006. He died from cancer in 2010 at the age of 67. Brian Clark is remembered as one of Wales' most successful footballers. Brian Clark was an English footballer who played for Bristol City and Cardiff City in the 1960s and 1970s.

Clark made 195 appearances for Bristol City between 1960 and 1967 and scored 83 goals. Clark also played 32 times for Huddersfield Town between 1967 and 1968. 

He then moved to Cardiff City where he played 182 games between 1968 and 1972. Clark then signed for AFC Bournemouth in 1973 and spent three seasons with the club.

He then moved to Millwall where he played 71 games between 1975 and 1976. Clark then retired from football and later worked as a coach. He died in October 2015 at the age of 73. Clark was a versatile footballer who was able to play as a forward or as a midfielder.

Final Words

Cardiff City Football Club is a professional association football team based in the Welsh capital Cardiff. The club was formed in 1899 and has won the Welsh Cup twice, as well as the English FA Cup once.

The most successful period for Cardiff City was between 1955 and 1970 when they were runners-up of both domestic competitions on two occasions (1955–56 and 1957–58) and reached the semi-finals of the European Champions Clubs’ Cup in 1963.

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Andrew Kovacs

I am a Head Boys Soccer Coach at Amherst Regional Public Schools in Massachusetts. I have coached for the past five years and I am currently working on my master's degree in Exercise Science. I coach soccer because I love the game and I enjoy being around the kids. It is rewarding to see them develop their skills and grow as individuals. LinkedIn

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