Cardiff City F.C.

Cardiff City's first ever Football League match took place on August 29, 1921. In this historic debut, Cardiff played against Stockport County and achieved a resounding 5-2 victory. This marked the beginning of Cardiff City's journey in the English Football League as they played in the Second Division. The event laid the foundation for Cardiff's significant presence in English football over the following decades.

On April 23, 1927, Cardiff City F.C. won the FA Cup, becoming the only club from outside England to do so. They triumphed over Arsenal at Wembley Stadium, with a score of 1-0. The only goal was famously scored by Hughie Ferguson, assisted by a slip from Arsenal's goalkeeper Dan Lewis. The victory was a landmark achievement and remains a celebrated moment in Welsh football history.

On May 9, 1976, Cardiff City achieved promotion from the Third Division to the Second Division. This success came under manager Jimmy Andrews, as the club secured the promotion spot after a season of impressive performances. Cardiff City finished the season with a crucial 1-0 victory over Carlise United. This marked a return to the Second Division, highlighting a significant moment in the club's history.

On May 25, 2003, Cardiff City secured promotion to the Football League First Division (now known as the Championship) by defeating Queens Park Rangers in the Second Division Playoff Final at the Millennium Stadium. Cardiff won 1-0 after extra-time, with Andy Campbell scoring the decisive golden goal. This was a significant step in Cardiff's rise through the English football league system.

Cardiff City reached the FA Cup Final on April 6, 2008, marking their first appearance since 1927. The team, managed by Dave Jones, faced Portsmouth at Wembley. Despite a spirited performance, they lost 1-0 to Nwankwo Kanu's goal. The occasion was significant for Cardiff and Welsh football, being the first Welsh club to reach the finals in decades, enhancing the club's profile and inspiring generations of fans.

On January 17, 2009, Cardiff City played their first match at the new Cardiff City Stadium, marking a new era for the club. The stadium replaced Ninian Park, which had been Cardiff's home for 99 years. This new venue, with increased capacity and modern facilities, symbolized an ambitious step forward, aiming to foster success at higher levels of competition. The opening match ended in a 0-0 draw with Cardiff Athletic.

On May 22, 2010, Cardiff City narrowly missed out on promotion to the Premier League after losing 3-2 to Blackpool in the Championship Playoff Final. Despite going ahead twice with goals from Michael Chopra and Joe Ledley, Cardiff could not keep their lead. This dramatic loss at Wembley was a disappointment for the club, who had come within a game of reaching the Premier League for the first time.

On April 16, 2013, Cardiff City was promoted to the Premier League for the first time in the club's history. Under manager Malky Mackay, Cardiff secured promotion with a 0-0 draw against Charlton Athletic, clinching the Championship title in the 2012-2013 season. This was a historic moment as it marked Cardiff's return to the top flight of English football after more than half a century.

On May 3, 2014, Cardiff City was relegated from the Premier League after just one season. The decisive moment came after a 3-0 defeat to Newcastle United. Cardiff's struggles throughout the season, including managerial changes and inconsistent performances, led to their relegation. Despite the hopes of establishing themselves in the top tier, they finished 20th, ending their first stint in the Premier League.

Cardiff City secured promotion back to the Premier League on May 6, 2018, after finishing second in the Championship. Managed by Neil Warnock, Cardiff clinched the spot by attaining a crucial point in a 0-0 draw against Reading on the final day of the season. Their return to the Premier League was marked by solid defensive performances and consistent results throughout the Championship campaign.