Cardiff signed off their League One campaign with a performance full of attacking intent but riddled with defensive lapses in a 5-4 defeat at Mansfield Town.
Going forward there were flashes of quality, particularly from Tanner and Kellyman, but the backline was repeatedly exposed.
It made for an entertaining spectacle, but one that underlined clear areas for improvement ahead of next season.
Harry Tyrer 6
Made several excellent saves, including an early point-blank stop and multiple interventions to keep the score respectable, though left exposed too often. Join the Cardiff City breaking news and top stories WhatsApp community.
Ronan Kpakio 5
Struggled defensively and was beaten too easily at times, but did at least get forward and grabbed a late goal.
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Will Fish 5
Made some important defensive contributions but couldn’t cope with Mansfield’s pace in behind.
Dylan Lawlor 4
A difficult afternoon, with his misplaced pass leading directly to a goal and some issues dealing with runners on the counter.
Joel Bagan 4
Endured a tough outing defensively and was partly at fault in the build-up to Mansfield’s second.
Joel Colwill 4
Outmuscled for the opening goal and found it hard going physically, though he showed glimpses in possession.
David Turnbull 4
Exposed in that No.6 role on the counter-attack and couldn’t impose himself consistently.
Rubin Colwill 5
Showed intent with his shooting and link play, but lacked end product before being substituted.
Ollie Tanner 7
A bright spark for Cardiff, hitting the bar twice and constantly threatening with direct running and creativity. Sign up to our daily Cardiff City newsletter here.
Yousef Salech 5
Worked hard and linked play well, providing a useful focal point without getting on the scoresheet or impacting play too much.
Chris Willock 5
Lively in spells and unlucky with an early effort, but faded as the game wore on.
Subs
Omari Kellyman (Joel Colwill 57) 7 (star man) – Added energy and quality, scoring twice and making a real impact in his last game.
Alex Robertson (Turnbull 57) 6 – Helped Cardiff move the ball better and delivered some useful set-pieces.
Isaak Davies (Willock 57) 7 – Took his goal well and offered a more direct attacking threat.
Noah Williams (Bagan 70) 6 – A steady debut in difficult circumstances.
Paul Moreno (R. Colwill 88) N/A – Late cameo for the 16-year-old on his debut.
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