English
Bristol City Edges Out QPR in Possession-Dominated Match
Bristol City secured a 1-2 victory over Queens Park Rangers at the Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol, in a Championship match played on December 14th, 2024. The game, part of the 21st round of the English Championship, saw Bristol City dominate possession (70%), registering 17 shots on goal, 5 of which were on target. However, their clinical edge was lacking.
QPR, despite managing only 30% possession, proved more efficient. Although their chances were limited (3 shots, 1 on target), they managed to score two goals. Twine put Bristol City ahead in the 60th minute. Smyth equalized for QPR in the 65th minute. The match saw a relatively disciplined display, with only three yellow cards (one for Bristol City and two for QPR) awarded in a game characterized by 13 fouls. QPR’s win highlights the importance of clinical finishing when facing a team dominating possession. The referee for the match was Lewis Smith.
Substitutions qpr: at minute 46 A. Lloyd came in and R. Kolli went out., at minute 74 I. Chair came in and K. Saito went out., at minute 74 N. Madsen came in and L. Andersen went out., at minute 80 K. Paal came in and H. Ashby went out., at minute 87 D. Bennie came in and P. Smyth went out.
Substitutions bristol city: at minute 59 S. Twine came in and Y. Hirakawa went out., at minute 77 F. Mayulu came in and N. Wells went out., at minute 77 S. Bell came in and G. Earthy went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Bristol City
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