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Obafemi scores as Robinson sees red in Welsh derby

Callum Robinson was sent off for the first time in his career
Callum Robinson was sent off for the first time in his career

There was contrasting fortunes for Republic of Ireland strikers in the south Wales derby as Michael Obafemi helped Swansea to a 2-0 victory over a Cardiff side that had Callum Robinson sent off.

Ollie Cooper and Obafemi scored either side of the interval to secure Swansea a sixth win in eight derby meetings, with Cardiff claiming just one victory in that time.

Cardiff's cause was severely hampered by playing with 10 men for 83 minutes after Robinson was sent off for violent conduct.

He collected a first career red card for stupidly reacting to Ben Cabango nudging him firmly from behind, throwing the ball into the face of the Wales defender.

Robinson clearly overstepped the mark and could have no complaints over being banished.

Swansea were denied a clear penalty after 34 minutes when Cedric Kipre punched away Matty Sorinola's cross.

Michael Obafemi sealed the win

It was a blatant offence but Darren Bond waved play on, much to the disgust of incensed home players who surrounded the referee.

Swansea's sense of injustice was still simmering as Cundle pounced on Niels Nkounkou's poor clearance.

Cundle was halted before the ball ran loose to Cooper, who curled it past the helpless Ryan Allsop and over the line off the crossbar for his third goal in four games.

Interim boss Mark Hudson said he had no complaints over Robinson's red card, saying afterwards: "It's about having controlled aggression in moments during a game.

"It's something to learn from and I can only focus on the players who were on from seven onwards.

"They stuck in, fought for the club, fought for the badge, and fought for each other, which is all you can ask."

Asked if Robinson had apologised to his team-mates, Hudson said: "He's had a few words with the players, of course.

"He's an experienced person, an experienced player and I can say that since he's come in, he's been brilliant for the football club."

Obafemi, who scored twice in a 4-0 win at Cardiff in April, settled the issue after 67 minutes by striding on to Matt Grimes' delightful pass and picking his spot.

Watford beat Luton 4-0 in the other game in the Championship this afternoon.

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