Colwill wins first EFL Goal Hero award for late Wrexham free-kick
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Rubin Colwill has won the first EFL Goal Hero of the Month award for the last-minute free-kick that earned Cardiff City a point against Wrexham in August.
The award
- Award month
- August 2026
- Opponent
- Wrexham
- EFL clubs covered
- 72
Cardiff announced the award on Thursday 24 September. It recognises the August goal, rather than a new match or a goal scored this week.
Why this goal was chosen
The award considers the impact and story behind a goal across all 72 EFL clubs. Colwill’s free-kick changed the outcome of an all-Welsh fixture, securing a draw for Cardiff.
A specialist panel selects one winner each month. Former Cardiff striker Robert Earnshaw is among the judges, with the award created by Compare the Market in partnership with the EFL.
Colwill described the goal as a special moment for the team and supporters, and said receiving recognition for it was rewarding. The presentation took place at Cardiff’s Vale Resort training ground earlier this week.
Background and supporting figures
Where this sits
Colwill is the inaugural monthly winner of an award spanning all 72 clubs across the three EFL divisions.
The winning goal earned Cardiff a point against Wrexham, changing the match outcome to a draw rather than adding to an established winning margin.