What’s going wrong for Nahki Wells at Bristol City? Why is the ex-QPR striker not meeting expectations?

In January 2020 Bristol City fans were all adamant that a genuine 20 goal a season striker was what was required to push the Robins into the play-off positions. The acquisition of Burnley centre forward Nahki Wells appeared to be just that, having already hit 13 goals in the first half of the season whileContinue reading “What’s going wrong for Nahki Wells at Bristol City? Why is the ex-QPR striker not meeting expectations?”

Why Bristol City can’t afford to lose Famara Diedhiou for free, as interest remains from Middlesbrough and abroad

In 2017, Bristol City brought Senegalese striker Famara Diedhiou to Ashton Gate for a then record fee of around £5 million and he’s only got better since. 147 appearances later, the fan favourite has scored 46 times for the Robins but his future hangs in limbo as his current contract is set to expire atContinue reading “Why Bristol City can’t afford to lose Famara Diedhiou for free, as interest remains from Middlesbrough and abroad”

How good has Zak Vyner been this season? Statistical comparison with Bristol City defenders as well as Adam Webster and Aden Flint

This season Zak Vyner has had a greater impact than any Bristol City supporter could’ve predicted, with 25 appearances so far this season in three different competitions. The defender has had four separate loan spells since graduating from the Robin’s academy, spending time with Accrington Stanley, Plymouth Argyle, Rotherham United and Aberdeen. Five years onContinue reading “How good has Zak Vyner been this season? Statistical comparison with Bristol City defenders as well as Adam Webster and Aden Flint”

Match Preview: Alfie Mawson could return as Bristol City take on Portsmouth, with Dean Holden branding the FA Cup “a magical trophy”

Overview Bristol City manager Dean Holden reminds fans that the FA cup is “a competition we’re taking seriously,” ahead of their fixture against Kenny Jackett’s Portsmouth. The Robin’s face Pompey on Sunday, January 10 in the third round of England’s oldest competition as the two sides face off at Ashton Gate for the first timeContinue reading “Match Preview: Alfie Mawson could return as Bristol City take on Portsmouth, with Dean Holden branding the FA Cup “a magical trophy””

Part 2: Bristol City transfer flops, where are they now? Goalkeeper roundabouts and players in Spain, Italy, Germany and Birmingham

Earlier this week I looked at some of Bristol City’s recent signings that didn’t quite work out Ashton Gate and what has happened in their careers since departing BS3. Due to the popularity of that article, I’ve looked at another six signings that didn’t quite work out in the last decade, with players in Spain,Continue reading “Part 2: Bristol City transfer flops, where are they now? Goalkeeper roundabouts and players in Spain, Italy, Germany and Birmingham”

Bristol City’s transfer flops, where are they now? Life after Ashton Gate for the players who didn’t make it in BS3

Bristol City have often been very astute in the transfer market, with incredible incomings such as Jonathon Kodjia and Adam Webster providing quality as well as impressive sell-on fees. However, no club has a perfect record in the transfer market and Bristol City are no exception to that rule, so I’ve looked at some ofContinue reading “Bristol City’s transfer flops, where are they now? Life after Ashton Gate for the players who didn’t make it in BS3”

Opinion: Why Jamie Paterson’s injury is the primary reason for Bristol City’s lack of creativity and downturn in form

Bristol City’s recent run of awful form continued on Friday, December 18 with a disappointing loss away at Preston North End, thanks to a Daniel Johnson penalty. This made it two wins from the Robin’s last seven outings in the Championship as well as only scoring one goal in the last five games, at homeContinue reading “Opinion: Why Jamie Paterson’s injury is the primary reason for Bristol City’s lack of creativity and downturn in form”

Why ex-Derby County and Norwich striker Chris Martin is Bristol City’s most important signing this season

At the start of this Championship season, Bristol City’s attacking options seemed limited. With Andreas Weimann’s conversion to midfield and Famara Diedhiou’s reluctance to sign a new contract. Benik Afobe had returned to Stoke City without any chance of returning to Ashton Gate with a high fee required to prize Afobe away from the Bet365Continue reading “Why ex-Derby County and Norwich striker Chris Martin is Bristol City’s most important signing this season”

Match Preview: Dean Holden says Bristol City vs QPR is a “big game” as Robin’s aim to prevent a losing streak before it begins

Overview Bristol City travel to the Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium on Tuesday, December 1 to face Championship rivals Queen’s Park Rangers in the 15th game of the intense Championship season. Bristol City enter the game sat sixth in the Championship but have had mixed runs of results throughout the early season with Holden’s men previously strugglingContinue reading “Match Preview: Dean Holden says Bristol City vs QPR is a “big game” as Robin’s aim to prevent a losing streak before it begins”

The EFL allow five substitutes in the Championship and the effect on Bristol City as Dean Holden’s squad is stretched

The EFL have changed the substitution rule allowing Championship sides to name nine players on their bench and they are now permitted to make five substitutions. From Friday, November 20 this rule will be permitted but will it be a good thing for Bristol City, or will it cause as many problems as it solves.Continue reading “The EFL allow five substitutes in the Championship and the effect on Bristol City as Dean Holden’s squad is stretched”

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