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Cardiff beat Charlton to record first win of the season
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Cardiff beat Charlton to record first win of the season

September 19, 2026 at 02:00 PM
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Cardiff City defeated Charlton Athletic to secure their first win of the season.

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Cardiff's long wait for a first win on their Championship return is finally over after Republic of Ireland star Jack Moylan scored a brace in their 3-1 home victory over Charlton.

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Cardiff City picked up their first victory of the campaign with a win over Charlton Athletic. The result provides a significant boost for Cardiff, who had been searching for their opening win, while extending Charlton's struggles. The three points lift Cardiff off the bottom of the table and give the squad and coaching staff valuable momentum heading into the next round of fixtures.

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Cardiff's first win of the season is a meaningful turning point for a side that had been under pressure after a winless start. Picking up three points at home against Charlton not only lifts confidence in the squad but also gives the manager some breathing room and a platform to build on. For Charlton, the loss deepens concerns about their form and will only increase scrutiny on their own situation.

Impact

Cardiff gain momentum and confidence from their first win, while Charlton face continued pressure after another defeat.

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Cardiff beat Charlton to record first win of the season

Cardiff City defeated Charlton Athletic to secure their first win of the season.

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Cardiff City picked up their first victory of the campaign with a win over Charlton Athletic. The result provides a significant boost for Cardiff, who had been searching for their opening win, while extending Charlton's struggles. The three points lift Cardiff off the bottom of the table and give the squad and coaching staff valuable momentum heading into the next round of fixtures.

Cardiff's first win of the season is a meaningful turning point for a side that had been under pressure after a winless start. Picking up three points at home against Charlton not only lifts confidence in the squad but also gives the manager some breathing room and a platform to build on. For Charlton, the loss deepens concerns about their form and will only increase scrutiny on their own situation.

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