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Cardiff City – Interesting Facts

When were Cardiff City founded?

Founded in 1899 as Riverside A.F.C., the club changed its name to Cardiff City in 1908 and entered the Southern Football League in 1910 before joining the English Football League in 1920.

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What were they previously named?

1899–1902: Riverside A.F.C.
1902–1908: Riverside Albion F.C.
1908–Present: Cardiff City F.C.

Who are their local rivals?

Swansea City
Bristol City

What nicknames have they had?

The Bluebirds: This is the primary and most famous nickname, derived from the team’s traditional blue and white home colours, adopted around 1910. It is also believed to be influenced by a popular children’s play called The Blue Bird that was performed in Cardiff in 1911.
Yr Adar Gleision: This is the Welsh translation of “The Bluebirds”.
The City / The Citizens: Used in the early days of the club following their adoption of “City” in their name in 1908.
The Riverside / The Riversiders: Based on the club’s original name, Riverside A.F.C., founded in 1899.

What home stadiums names have they had?

Cardiff City Stadium replaced Ninian Park in July 2009 as the home of Cardiff City Football Club.

Source

Wikipedia