Dylan Lawlor returns to boost Cardiff City ahead of Charlton Athletic clash

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Dylan Lawlor returns to boost Cardiff City ahead of Charlton Athletic clash
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Wales defender Dylan Lawlor is set to return from injury for Cardiff City as they face Charlton Athletic in the Championship on Saturday. Lawlor, who has not played this season due to a knee injury, is back in training and has been confirmed fit by head coach Brian Barry-Murphy. Cardiff has struggled in the league, drawing four and losing three of their seven games so far. His return, alongside the anticipated comeback of Will Fish, provides crucial depth to a reshuffled defense. Cardiff is still missing several key players including Rubin Colwill and Isaak Davies, who are nearing returns from injury.

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  • Lawlor missed the start of the season due to a knee injury.
  • Cardiff has drawn four and lost three of their first seven league games.
  • Will Fish remains sidelined with a hernia recovery.
  • Rubin Colwill and Isaak Davies are close to their return.
  • Cardiff has had to adapt their defense amidst injuries.
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  • 10:29 AMYahoo SportsCardiff boosted by return of Wales defender Lawlor
  • 10:25 AMBBC SportCardiff boosted by return of Wales defender Lawlor
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Wales defender Dylan Lawlor returns from injury to boost winless Cardiff City against Charlton Athletic in the Championship.

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Wales defender Dylan Lawlor returns from injury to boost winless Cardiff City against Charlton Athletic in the Championship.

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