Match Report
Cardiff City defeated Bristol Rovers 2-0 in the Carabao Cup, 1st Round. The two sides have met 3 times (2009–2024). Cardiff City lead the head-to-head with 2 wins. Cardiff City's goals came from Mark McGuinness (68'), Rubin Colwill (90'). Match stats: possession 61%-39%, shots 17-7, on target 8-2, corners 10-2. Get the complete post-match breakdown with all statistics.
This fixture in the Carabao Cup pits Cardiff City against Bristol Rovers at Cardiff City Stadium.
The two clubs have crossed paths 3 times since 2009: Cardiff City have won 2, Bristol Rovers 1, and 0 have ended level.
The scoreboard read 2-0 at full time. The points went to Cardiff City.
The venue was Cardiff City Stadium, with room for 33,280 spectators. Half-time and full-time told different stories: it was 0-0 at the break, before 2 more goals closed it at 2-0.
Goal scorers
Cardiff City: Mark McGuinness (68'), Rubin Colwill (90')
Key stats
Possession: Cardiff City 61% · Bristol Rovers 39% · Total shots: 17-7 · On target: 8-2 · Corners: 10-2