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Omer Riza is proud of his Cardiff City troops

Cardiff City boss Omer Riza says there is a “real eagerness and desire” within his squad after they beat Derby County 2-1.

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The LeaguePaper Team
26 January 2025

By Hugo Varley

QUICK IMPACT: Yousef Salech celebrates last week’s derby win and, below, Omer Riza
PICTURE: Alamy

Cardiff City boss Omer Riza says there is a “real eagerness and desire” within his squad after they beat Derby County 2-1.
When you are stuck at the wrong end of the table, strength and bravery in the face of extreme adversity is required - and that is exactly what the Bluebirds have shown in recent weeks.
Riza’s side went into yesterday’s clash with Derby having not succumbed to defeat since Boxing Day, a run of seven games unbeaten in all competitions which saw them beat arc...

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