We are pleased to confirm that former Coventry City and Millwall defender Richard Shaw has joined Omer Riza’s backroom staff as Assistant Coach.
London-born Shaw began his playing career with Crystal Palace, working his way through the Eagles’ academy to feature in the 1990 FA Cup Final against Manchester United.
He is best known for his spell in the Premier League with Coventry City, making over 150 top flight appearances for the Sky Blues between 1995 and 2001, with over 350 outings in total for the club over an eleven year period.
Ending his playing career with Millwall, Shaw became the Lions’ caretaker boss in 2007, with further coaching roles at The Den and later back in Coventry. In 2012, he spent time as caretaker boss at the CBS Arena.
In recent years, the 56-year-old has spent time coaching the U23 sides of both Crystal Palace and Watford, and worked closely alongside Bluebirds boss Riza between 2021 and 2024. In the summer of 2023, he enjoyed a period with the Canada national team, alongside fellow coach Phil Neville, at the CONCACAF Nations League Finals and Gold Cup.
Richard’s work with Cardiff City begins immediately, as the Bluebirds prepare for an away fixture at Oxford United on Boxing Day.
Welcome to the Welsh capital, Richard!