https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/...ebird-21835809


James Linington has been appointed the referee for Sunday's derby clash.

The official has never taken charge of a South Wales derby, however he has been the man in the middle for both sides on many occasions.

For Cardiff, their record is outstanding with Linington in charge, winning a staggering 16 of the 19 games in which he has been the whistleman.

The Bluebirds have won each of their last previous seven matches with the official in charge, the latest of which was the 3-1 win over Millwall earlier this season.

In contrast, the Swans have won only four of their last 11 matches with the referee in charge.

The most recent match in which Linington officiated the Swans saw Bournemouth earn all the points in a 3-0 victory on the south coast earlier in the campaign.

Rob Smith and Nigel Lugg will be the assistants for the clash while Darren Drysdale will be the fourth official.


It'll be Sods Law. We're doomed!