Edwards Sees Cardiff City on Path to Rejuvenation and Promotion Push

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Former Wales midfielder Dave Edwards believes Cardiff City are undergoing a rejuvenation reminiscent of the one he experienced at Wolves years ago. After a difficult previous season, where relegation was inevitable, the club has used the setback to lay the foundations for long-term growth.   With Brian Barry-Murphy at the helm and a wave of young academy talent stepping into the first team, optimism has returned to Cardiff City Stadium.

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00:00Former Wales midfielder Dave Edwards believed Cardiff City are undergoing a rejuvenation of

00:06reminiscence of the one he experienced at Wolves years ago. After a difficult previous season where

00:13relegation was inevitable, the club has used the setback to lay the foundations for long-term

00:17growth. With Brian Barry Murphy at the helm and the wave of young academy talent stepping into

00:22the first team, optimism has returned to Cardiff City Stadium. Speaking on the Sky Sports EFL podcast,

00:30Edwards praised the club's strategy, highlighting the boldness of appointing a coach known for

00:35nurturing young players. I think they've adapted to the level really well, he said. The vision to go

00:42in with a young team and a coach who develops talent is already paying off. I experienced something

00:47similar at Wolves. Relegation to League One gave the club a chance to reset, bring through young

00:53players and re-establish a clear identity. Edwards believes Cardiff are handling the transition with

01:00impressive efficiency. He singled out young players such as Dylan Lawler and Reuben Colwell for their

01:06impact, while also noting the value of experienced heads like Callum Chambers and Ryan Wintle, who

01:13provide balance and guidance on and off the pitch. It does take time to adjust to the league, but

01:20Cardiff have done it very well, Edwards added. Looking ahead, Edwards expects the club to continue

01:26strengthening as the season progresses, particularly during the January transfer window.

01:33He sees Cardiff positioning themselves for a serious promotion push, building on both their

01:38youthful energy and the stability provided by experienced players. All things are going well

01:43and I just see them continuing to do well and getting stronger, he said. I see them investing in

01:49January and I think Cardiff will be in the top two by the end of the season. For Edwards, the parallels

01:56with his own career at Wolves underline a broader truth. Clubs that embrace youth, adaptability and

02:02long-term vision can turn setbacks into stepping stones, creating momentum for sustained success.

02:09Cardiff's current trajectory suggests they may be doing exactly that.

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