Cardiff City’s Noah Anyadike has officially entered the record books as the youngest player to ever feature in the EFL Cup. At just 15 years old, Anyadike was named in the starting lineup for Cardiff’s second-round fixture against Norwich City. Despite the historical significance of his debut, the match ended in a defeat for Cardiff City.

While the club has not provided extensive details regarding the long-term development plan for the teenager, his inclusion in a competitive senior fixture highlights a significant moment for the club's youth academy. The EFL Cup, often utilized by managers to provide experience to younger squad members, served as the platform for this record-breaking appearance. There is currently no information regarding whether Anyadike will be integrated into the first-team squad for league fixtures or if he will return to academy-level competition following this appearance. The match itself saw Norwich City secure the win, though the focus of the post-match discussion remained largely on the debutant's age and the implications for his professional career.