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Cardiff City extends Barry-Murphy's contract ahead of Championship return

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Cardiff City extends Barry-Murphy's contract ahead of Championship return

Summary

Cardiff City has signed Brian Barry-Murphy to an improved contract before the club's return to the Championship. Barry-Murphy, who led Cardiff to promotion in his first season, has secured a new three-year term amid interest from Burnley. The club's owner, Vincent Tan, expressed confidence in Barry-Murphy as a prominent young coach, highlighting his success with developing players. Barry-Murphy's coaching staff, Lee Riley and Kevin Gibbins, have also agreed to new deals through 2029. Cardiff's pre-season will conclude with a friendly against AS Roma, followed by their first competitive match against Swindon Town in the Carabao Cup.

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Status Watch

•Brian Barry-Murphy signs a three-year contract extension with Cardiff City.
•Led Cardiff to promotion from League One with 91 points last season.
•Assistant Lee Riley and head of performance Kevin Gibbins also secure new deals.
•Club to face AS Roma in a friendly on August 1.
•Championship campaign begins with a match against Swindon Town on August 8.

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What they're saying

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The Championship season is on the horizon, and while Cardiff City are yet to make any new additions to their squad, boss Brian Barry-Murphy has committed his future to the club. Barry-Murphy, 44, signed an extended contract until 2029 this week ahead of leading the Bluebirds back into the second tier following promotion as League One runners-up. The Irishman said after Cardiff's pre-season opener against FC Midtjylland that he had "never felt anything other than support" from owner Vincent Tan.
— Yahoo Sports

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After signing a contract extension at Cardiff City, head coach Brian Barry-Murphy says he feels well backed by the club as they chase signings ahead of the start of the new season.
— Yahoo Sports