So close, it was so, so close, but at the end it was just out of reach, but the game is not over there are still two games left and the club, players and fans are up for it - bring it on. Cardiff looked to be on their way back to second spot after one of the most nerve-wracking games in some time for yours truly. I don't know which was worst being at the match or listening to the radio, but on my laptop chasing results listening to the game was difficult and wearing on the old ticker.
A goal in the sixth minute of the game led to a nail biting a game at 1-0 you just never feel safe especially in the last minutes of the game could that last minute equalisers ruin the day. Not yesterday anyway Cardiff had total control of the game and they had the chances, but the Preston keeper rode his luck sometimes and made some fine saves. Although if you were watching 'The Football League Show' highlights of the game you would have thought there was only a goal to the game.
Once again Craig Bellamy was all over the pitch chasing the ball down and making darting runs at the beleaguered Preston defence. It was rumoured he could be rested for the game or go on the bench, but he is reported has wanting to play. Some way into the second half of the game the Cardiff manager Dave Jones made a number of attempts to call Bellamy off, but the striker wave him away until he finally singled to the bench it was time for him to come off. He played three games in just over a week and now the whole squad will have time to rest before their next game on Monday.
The very late goal from Norwich spoiled the day for the Bluebirds every so what does the last two game hold for the rivals.
Monday, 2 May 2011
Cardiff v Middlesbrough, 17:15
Portsmouth v Norwich, 19:45
Both play on Monday with advantage going to Norwich again I say again because before today game they had over three days to rest having played Thursdays night while Cardiff played Saturday.
However, is it much of an advantage to Norwich this time if Cardiff win in the earlier kick-off it would then heap of pressure on them it could also work the other way if Cardiff were to lose. Middlesbrough have hit a rich vain of form they and have only lost one game in the last ten games hopefully home advantage on top of a packed stadium will count for a couple of goals. While Norwich City opponents Portsmouth have only won two of their last ten games. Both games are live on Sky Sports.
Saturday, 7 May 2011
Burnley v Cardiff, 12:45
Norwich v Coventry, 12:45
There are a number of scenarios that could play out on Monday,
Norwich win and Cardiff lose, Norwich are promoted.
If Norwich win and Cardiff draw there is still a chance of automatic promotion for the Bluebirds.
Cardiff win or draw and Norwich lose, Cardiff are back in second with a game to go.
The last games of the season could well be seen of TV if the promotion challenge goes right down to the final game.
It's Cardiff who on paper has the tougher game of the two. Cardiff are away to Burnley who are in the chase for a play-off place so have every reason to play their heads off looking for a win and glory. Norwich City will face Coventry with nothing to play for, but pride and their fans to end the mediocre season they have had.
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