Mason sends Cardiff seven points clear

Republic of Ireland U21 international Joe Mason was the matchwinner as Cardiff stretched their lead at the top of the Championship table to seven points yesterday.

Mason’s 41st minute-goal after an error from home goalkeeper Jack Butland gave the Bluebirds a 1-0 at Birmingham.

Jeff Hendrick, another Ireland U21 international, was also among the goals yesterday, scoring the second of Derby’s goals in their 3-1 win over Middlesbrough.