Ipswich Town squandered an opportunity to reclaim the second automatic promotion spot in the Championship as Cardiff City executed a remarkable comeback, scoring two injury-time goals to secure a stunning victory.
Cardiff asserted themselves early in the match and came close to taking the lead when Perry Ng's close-range effort was cleared off the line by Kieffer Moore. Ipswich, initially subdued, displayed their trademark attacking prowess in the second half, with substitute Omari Hutchinson forcing Ethan Horvath into a good save.
As the match progressed, Ipswich gained momentum, culminating in former Cardiff striker Moore's powerful left-footed finish to seemingly secure victory. However, in a dramatic turn of events, Cardiff rallied late in the game.
Ryan Wintle scored with a deflected shot in the fifth minute of added time, followed by substitute Callum O'Dowda's volley from Famara Diedhiou's flick-on at a corner, sealing a dramatic win for Cardiff.
Despite Ipswich's six-match winning streak, the defeat leaves them in third place, trailing second-placed Leeds United by one point. Cardiff's victory propels them within four points of the playoff spots, marking one of their finest performances of the season.
While Ipswich aimed to extend their winning streak, Cardiff demonstrated their resurgence with an energetic start, creating numerous chances. Despite Ipswich's gradual ascendancy in the second half, Cardiff's persistence paid off with two late goals, denying Ipswich crucial points in their promotion bid.
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