"I think we're playing really good football with a lot of confidence and swagger – and that's what we wanted to do. After relegation in his first Cardiff season, Willock is among the experienced players who have flourished alongside a number of talented youngsters this term. Cardiff are three points clear of second-placed Lincoln City - and four better off than Bradford City in third - going into their New Year's Day fixture at ninth-placed Wycombe Wanderers. Despite the healthy league position, Willock insists Cardiff will "keep pushing" under former Manchester City academy coach Barry-Murphy. "Brian's a very good young coach with a lot of insight in the game.

Source: BBC December 31, 2025 11:36 UTC