Standout star drives Cardiff City with goal-and-assist display against Sheffield United | OneFootball

Cian Ashford ignited the tie in the second minute with a fast break assist, as Cardiff City drew 2-2 with Sheffield United. The winger later equalised to cap a decisive display.

He burst forward and slipped Jack Moylan clear to open the scoring (2.).

After sustained pressure, Ashford drew a save from Michael Cooper from the centre of the box (35.). He then swept in the equaliser from close range to peg back the Blades (38.).

After the restart he combined again, releasing Ollie Tanner to force another stop (54.). He finished with two attempts on target, four key passes and 16 successful final third passes, underlining how he linked counters and final balls for Cardiff.

Because Cardiff could spring transitions, his direct running exposed gaps as the Blades' back line retreated, letting him receive in central pockets and decide the game's biggest moments.

Cardiff visit Queens Park Rangers next, while the Blades host Bolton Wanderers.