Cian Ashford shines in central role for Cardiff City against Swindon

Cardiff City forward Cian Ashford took on a central role during the team's Carabao Cup match against Swindon on August 8, assisting Yousef Salech for one of the goals in a 3-2 victory. Ashford, who had primarily played on the wing for the first team, expressed satisfaction with his performance and noted his previous experience in central positions at the academy. Cardiff's head coach Brian Barry-Murphy praised Ashford as the standout player in the match. With Rubin Colwill currently sidelined by an ankle injury, competition for the number 10 role is increasing, particularly following Jack Moylan's winning goal in the same match.

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