Derby County and Cardiff City end match in 2-2 draw

Derby County and Cardiff City faced off at Pride Park on August 22, 2026, resulting in a 2-2 draw. Cardiff took the lead twice with goals from Cian Ashford and Yousef Salech, but Derby equalized both times through Carlton Morris and Bobby Clark. The match showcased strong performances from both sides, with Cardiff remaining unbeaten in their first two Championship matches back in the league. The game featured a crowd of 28,926 as both teams shared points in an entertaining encounter.