Runar Alex Runarsson labeled a "liability" by frustrated Cardiff supporters

Cardiff fans have voiced their concerns and urged the club to cancel the loan deal for goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson following his costly mistake in a recent match against Birmingham. The Arsenal loanee's error allowed Juninho Bacuna to score the only goal of the game, leading to a 1-0 loss for the Bluebirds.

Howler against Birmingham puts Runarsson in the spotlight

During the match, Runarsson rushed out to close down Bacuna, but the midfielder cleverly flicked the ball over the goalkeeper's head before calmly slotting it into the net. Fans quickly took to social media to criticize Runarsson's efforts to deny Bacuna, with one supporter even calling him a "liability."

Fans express disappointment and frustration on social media

After footage of the goal went viral, Cardiff fans expressed their disappointment and frustration with Runarsson's performance. Many were surprised by the poor quality of the goal and called for the goalkeeper to be replaced in the next game.

Runarsson's loan spell at Cardiff

Runarsson joined Cardiff on a season-long loan from Arsenal in the summer. So far, he has made eight appearances for the club, keeping only one clean sheet. The 28-year-old Icelandic international has started the last five league matches for Cardiff, displacing Jak Alnwick in the process. However, fans are now questioning whether he should continue as the team's first-choice goalkeeper.

Runarsson's limited opportunities at Arsenal

Runarsson signed for Arsenal in 2020 but has struggled to establish himself at the club. He has made just six competitive appearances for the Gunners and is currently out of contract next summer. Prior to joining Cardiff, Runarsson had loan spells in Belgium and Turkey with OH Leuven and Alanyaspor, respectively.