Former Cardiff City commentator Richard Shepherd dies at 81
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 6:21 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Richard 'Shep' Shepherd, a notable commentator for Cardiff City and BBC Radio Wales, has died at the age of 81. Shepherd began his career as a journalist covering Cardiff City in the early 1970s and became the editor of the club's official matchday programme in 1985. He dedicated over three decades to the club as a historian and matchday commentator. Cardiff City expressed condolences to Shepherd's family and colleagues, honoring his contributions to Welsh sport.
- •Shepherd died at the age of 81.
- •Started covering Cardiff City in the early 1970s.
- •Edited Cardiff's official matchday programme from 1985.
- •Worked over three decades as a historian and commentator.
- •Cardiff City extended condolences to his family and friends.
- 6:21 PMYahoo Sports — Former Cardiff and BBC commentator Shepherd dies aged 81
"Former Cardiff City and BBC Radio Wales commentator and journalist Richard 'Shep' Shepherd has died at the age of 81. Shepherd started covering the Bluebirds during the early 1970s during his time as a journalist with the BBC.
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