Match report
Cardiff and Blackpool Draw 0-0 in League One Clash
Cardiff
0–0
FT
Blackpool
Mar 21, 2026
Cardiff and Blackpool delivered a tightly contested League One encounter, ending in a goalless draw. Both teams created chances but were thwarted by solid defensive efforts and strong goalkeeping. Perry Ng and Bailey Peacock-Farrell highlighted the defensive battles with yellow cards for both sides, while multiple substitutions did not alter the match's momentum.
Key Facts
- • Cardiff vs Blackpool ended 0-0 in League One
- • Perry Ng (Cardiff) and Bailey Peacock-Farrell (Blackpool) received yellow cards
- • Cardiff made three substitutions: O. Kellyman, Ollie Tanner, and Alex Robertson
- • Blackpool made three substitutions: G. Honeyman, T. Bloxham, and A. Fletcher
- • Both teams struggled to break through despite creating several chances
Lineups
Cardiff
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 13 Nathan Trott (G)
- 38 Perry Ng (D)
- 2 William Fish (D)
- 48 Dylan Lawlor (D)
- 3 Joel Bagan (D)
- 18 Alex Robertson (M)
- 6 Ryan Wintle (M)
- 11 Ollie Tanner (M)
- 10 Rubin Colwill (M)
- 45 Cian Ashford (M)
- 8 Omari Kellyman (F)
Substitutes
- 16 Chris Willock
- 47 Callum Robinson
- 14 David Turnbull
- 12 Calum Chambers
- 44 Ronan Kpakio
- 23 Calum Scanlon
- 27 Joel Colwill
Blackpool
Formation: 5-3-2
Starting XI
- 1 Bailey Peacock-Farrell (G)
- 24 Reuell Walters (D)
- 4 Oliver Casey (D)
- 5 Fraser Horsfall (D)
- 3 James Husband (D)
- 22 CJ Hamilton (D)
- 19 Josh Bowler (M)
- 6 Jordan Brown (M)
- 23 Karoy Anderson (M)
- 14 Tom Bloxham (F)
- 11 Ashley Fletcher (F)
Substitutes
- 10 George Honeyman
- 9 Niall Ennis
- 25 Franco Ravizzoli
- 26 Zachary Ashworth
- 15 Hayden Coulson
- 17 Joel Randall
- 7 Leighton Clarkson
Timeline
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35' Cardiff Card · Yellow CardPerry NgFoul
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61' Cardiff subst · Substitution 1Off: O. Kellyman · On: C. Robinson -
61' Cardiff subst · Substitution 2Off: Ollie Tanner · On: C. Willock -
62' Cardiff subst · Substitution 3Off: Alex Robertson · On: D. Turnbull -
64' Blackpool Card · Yellow CardJosh BowlerFoul
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69' Blackpool subst · Substitution 1Off: Josh Bowler · On: G. Honeyman -
70' Blackpool subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Bloxham · On: N. Ennis -
81' Cardiff Card · Yellow CardW. FishFoul
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83' Blackpool subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Fletcher · On: H. Coulson -
83' Cardiff subst · Substitution 4Off: R. Colwill · On: J. Colwill -
85' Blackpool Card · Yellow CardBailey Peacock-FarrellDelay of game
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90' Blackpool Card · Yellow CardR. WaltersFoul
Match Stats
| Stat | Cardiff | Blackpool |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 6 | 8 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 65% |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 25 | 6 |
| Corners | 11 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 654 | 194 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 10 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 1 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 10 | 4 |
| Possession | 78% | 22% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 597 | 126 |
| Shots Inside Box | 14 | 5 |
| Saves | 1 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 11 | 1 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Perry Ng (Cardiff) was shown a yellow card in the 35th minute, which slightly slowed Cardiff's offensive momentum
- ▸ Bailey Peacock-Farrell (Blackpool) received a yellow card for delay of game in the 85th minute, highlighting the tense atmosphere and defensive focus