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ForwardSeason 2026/2027

Cian Ashford

Cardiff CityChampionshipData current as of 28 October 2026
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NationalityWales
PositionForward
Age22 years
Height179 cm
Shirt number45

Cian Ashford: season at a glance

Cian Ashford represents Cardiff City in Championship during the 2026/2027 season. Across 12 appearances, the player has completed 651 minutes, scored 2 goals and recorded 2 assists.

The available attacking record adds Shots: 9, Shots on target: 6, Shot accuracy: 66.7%, Expected goals (xG): 2.08 and Non-penalty xG: 2.08.

The available playing time and performance record adds Starts: 4, Average rating: 6.87 and Goal involvements: 0.55 per 90.

The profile also links 15 verified recent appearances and compares the player's record across 2 seasons.

Season overview

12Appearances
651Minutes
2Goals
2Assists
6.87Average rating
4Goal involvements0.55 per 90

Playing time and performance

12Appearances
4Starts
651Minutes
0.28Goals per 90
0.28Assists per 90
6.87Average rating

Player strengths

See where this player stands out against others in the same position this season.

Average rating59 / 100

Around average

Goals / per 9094 / 100

Above average

Expected goals (xG) / per 9096 / 100

Above average

Shots / per 9089 / 100

Above average

Shots on target / per 9099 / 100

Above average

Shot conversion88 / 100

Above average

Assists / per 9090 / 100

Above average

Expected assists (xA) / per 9089 / 100

Above average

xG per shot
0.23
Starting rate
50%
Minutes per appearance
54.25
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Attacking

2Goals
9Shots2.52 per 90
6Shots on target1.68 per 90
66.7%Shot accuracy
22.2%Shot conversion
2.08Expected goals (xG)0.58 per 90
2.08Non-penalty xG0.58 per 90

Chance creation

2Assists0.28 per 90
0.96Expected assists (xA)0.27 per 90
5Key passes1.40 per 90
4Crosses1.12 per 90

Passing and possession

100Passes28.04 per 90
93Completed passes26.07 per 90
93.0%Pass completion
9Dribbles2.52 per 90
6Successful dribbles66.0%

Defending

3Tackles0.84 per 90
4Clearances1.12 per 90
17Duels won53.0%
2Aerial duels won0.0%

Discipline

1Yellow cards
0Red cards
6Fouls drawn
1Fouls committed
0Penalties scored
0Penalties missed

Recent appearances

MatchScoreRoleGoalsAssistsDiscipline
Cardiff City - Birmingham City24 Oct 20261 : 0Starter00-
Middlesbrough - Cardiff City17 Oct 20262 : 2Starter00-
Cardiff City - Watford13 Oct 20265 : 1Starter01-
Blackburn Rovers - Cardiff City10 Oct 20262 : 1Starter00-
Cardiff City - Charlton Athletic19 Sept 20263 : 1Substitute00-
Bolton Wanderers - Cardiff City12 Sept 20261 : 0Substitute00-
Cardiff City - Stoke City08 Sept 20261 : 1Substitute00-
Portsmouth - Cardiff City05 Sept 20262 : 0Substitute00-
Queens Park Rangers - Cardiff City02 Sept 20262 : 1Starter00-
Cardiff City - Sheffield United29 Aug 20262 : 2Starter11-
Derby County - Cardiff City22 Aug 20262 : 2Starter10-
Cardiff City - Wrexham17 Aug 20261 : 1Starter00-
Peterborough United - Cardiff City06 Apr 20261 : 1Starter00-
Cardiff City - Blackpool21 Mar 20260 : 0Starter00-
Cardiff City - Wycombe Wanderers17 Mar 20260 : 2Starter00-

Career by season

SeasonLeagueAppearancesMinutesGoalsAssists
2026/2027Championship1265122
2025/2026EFL League One362,18343

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Frequently asked questions

Which team does Cian Ashford play for?

Cian Ashford is listed with Cardiff City in Championship for the 2026/2027 season.

How many goals and assists does Cian Ashford have?

Cian Ashford has 2 goals and 2 assists in 12 appearances during the 2026/2027 season.

How many minutes has Cian Ashford played?

The 2026/2027 record contains 651 minutes across 12 appearances.

What statistics are available for Cian Ashford?

The profile covers playing time, goals, assists, cards and, when recorded, xG, xA, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, goalkeeping and recent match logs.