Watch: Drone footage reveals scale of giant Sol Bamba mural

A giant mural of Cardiff City legend Sol Bamba has been unveiled in Cardiff today.

Drone footage filmed by the Bluebirds revealed the striking artwork less than half a mile from the Cardiff City Stadium.

Painted by @jody_artist on the side of a building at the junction of Penarth Road and Clive Street in the city it shows Sol and his signature salute goal celebration which became famous during his time at the club where he became a much-loved fan favourite.

Ibrahim Abdi, one of the co-ordinators of the mural project said: “It’s a lasting tribute to a Cardiff City legend whose impact on and off the pitch brought pride to our city and beyond.

“This project celebrates resilience, unity, and community spirit in Cardiff. We’re bringing together football family, creatives, youth, and local residents to honour Sol’s legacy in a meaningful way.”

A fitting tribute to a #Bluebirds hero, in the heart of our capital city. 💙#CityAsOne | @CCFC_Foundation | @ibyworld pic.twitter.com/kS8ixZXW40

— Cardiff City FC (@CardiffCityFC) September 10, 2025

The unveiling of the mural follows the one year anniversary since the inspirational defender died.

He fell ill after a game in Turkey where he was head coach of Adanaspor. He was rushed to hospital, but sadly passed away the following day.

The anniversary of his death was marked during the Bluebirds’ recent home match with Plymouth Argyle.

The club put out a statement at the time which read:

This weekend marks one year since we sadly lost City legend, Sol Bamba.
Sol was a hero to all of us. His impact on our football club as a player and coach was immeasurable.
During the 14th minute of tomorrow’s game, we are encouraging all supporters within CCS to join in a minute of applause as we remember a real City great.
#CityAsOne

The Bluebirds fan page on Facebook wrote: On the 31st of August last year, club legend Sol Bamba sadly fell ill after the Adanaspor match against Manisa F.K. and was rushed into Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital, he died the following day.
With Saturdays game being almost a year on, we ask all Bluebirds and Plymouth Argyle fans, to stand up, and applaud the great Sol in the 14th minute.
Please share, make sure everyone knows and hopefully it’ll end up reaching Plymouth.
The famous “Last Christmas” song for Sol will be sung by many throughout Saturday, and the footballing family will make Sol, and his family proud.
Once a Bluebird, always a Bluebird 💙🐦

Thousands of Plymouth fans making their way from Devon for the 12.30 kick off also participated in the poignant moment to celebrate the life of a much-loved player.

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