Championship Side Cardiff City Win 4-0 Against Derby County With Just 27% Possession

McCarthy's pragmatic and risk-free approach has certainly brought success to the Cardiff City Stadium. He has restored balance to the club's line-up, employing five at the back.

I mean, just look at these stats from Tuesday night's Championship clash.

In his post-match interview, Mick McCarthy admitted his side weren't at their very best but he was clearly in good spirits.

"I don't know if that's the best we've played, it is another good performance, we were very organised and disciplined and didn't allow Derby to play through us." he said.

"We worked exceptionally hard and that gives you the foundation to create chances and I was disappointed we weren't more than 1-0 up at half-time.

"It was great to get the second goal when we did and we thoroughly deserved the victory.

"We'll be back in tomorrow and recovering. It's easier to recover, easier to want to play. everybody wants to play, things are good. Long may that continue, we've won nowt yet, that's for sure."

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