Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott made a triumphant return to the starting line-up this evening as Cardiff City secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Stevenage at the Cardiff City Stadium.
Trott, who had missed the festive win over Exeter City with a hand injury, was one of five changes made by manager Brian Barry-Murphy for the final fixture of the calendar year. Following a scoreless first half, the Bluebirds were forced to show their resilience after falling behind to a Phoenix Patterson strike. However, the hosts rallied with goals from Callum Robinson and Yousef Salech to clinch all three points, a result that ensures Cardiff finish 2025 at the summit of the Sky Bet League One table.
Further east at Kenilworth Road, fellow Bermudian international Nahki Wells was a central figure as Luton Town dismantled Leyton Orient with a clinical 3-0 performance.
Though the veteran striker did not find the net himself, his tireless work rate and intelligent movement proved decisive. Wells was the catalyst for the breakthrough in the 20th minute, winning a penalty after being clipped in the area by Jack Simpson. Jordan Clark coolly converted from the spot to provide the platform for Luton’s dominant night, with Wells also involved in the build-up for the Hatters’ third.
Luton Town’s commanding display capped off a successful period for Jack Wilshere’s side, who end the year on a significant high as they continue their steady push toward the League One play-off positions.
