“Tom Cannon picks up a yellow card for a foul, disrupting Sheffield United's early momentum and giving Bristol City a free kick in a dangerous area”
“Mark Sykes produces a moment of magic with a spectacular right-footed strike from outside the box that flies into the left corner, giving Bristol City a shock lead against the run of play”
Pivotal“Sheffield United make a double substitution at half-time, bringing on Andre Brooks and Gustavo Hamer in a desperate attempt to find an equalizer”
Bristol City
Sheffield United
Outstanding performance
Bristol City•GoalkeeperBristol City pulled off a smash-and-grab victory at Ashton Gate, riding Mark Sykes' 23rd-minute thunderbolt to a precious three points despite being comprehensively outplayed by Sheffield United. The Blades dominated proceedings with 53% possession and 21 shots to Bristol City's five, but were left to rue missed opportunities as they spurned three big chances and saw seven efforts saved by the inspired home goalkeeper. Sykes' stunning right-footed strike from outside the box proved the decisive moment, coming just three minutes after Tom Cannon's booking had disrupted Sheffield United's rhythm. The result lifts Bristol City's spirits after recent struggles, while Sheffield United's promotion hopes suffer another setback as their wastefulness in front of goal continues to cost them crucial points in the Championship race.
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The fourth official has indicated there will be 8 minutes of added time.
Substitution for Bristol City: Tomi Horvat replaces Scott Twine.
Offside called against Sheffield United. Patrick Bamford is offside.
Substitution for Sheffield United: Callum O'Hare replaces Sydie Peck.
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Radek Vítek from Bristol City.
Substitution for Bristol City: Sam Bell replaces Mark Sykes.
Substitution for Sheffield United: Ki-Jana Hoever replaces Femi Seriki due to injury.
Sam Morsy from Bristol City won a free kick in defense.
Foul by Sydie Peck of Sheffield United.
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Femi Seriki from Sheffield United.
Sydie Peck from Sheffield United missed a right-footed shot from outside the box.
Delano Burgzorg's shot for Bristol City from the right side of the box is blocked. Scott Twine provided the assist.
Sheffield United win a corner after Cameron Pring concedes.
Substitution for Bristol City: George Earthy replaces Max Bird.
Substitution for Sheffield United: Oliver Arblaster replaces Joe Rothwell.
Substitution for Bristol City: Delano Burgzorg replaces Emil Riis.
Missed chance. Gustavo Hamer from Sheffield United shot with his right foot from outside the box.
Mark McGuinness of Sheffield United attempts a header from the center of the box, but it's saved.
Sheffield United win a corner after Mark Sykes concedes.
Gustavo Hamer's shot for Sheffield United from outside the box is blocked. Patrick Bamford provided the assist.
Patrick BamfordYellow CardPatrick Bamford of Sheffield United receives a yellow card for a foul.
Noah Eile from Bristol City won a free kick in the attacking area.
Foul committed by Patrick Bamford for Sheffield United.
Foul committed by Andre Brooks of Sheffield United.
Cameron Pring from Bristol City won a free kick in the defensive area.
Emil Riis from Bristol City had a missed chance, shooting with his right foot from the right side of the box, but it went high and wide to the right.
Andre BrooksYellow CardAndre Brooks of Sheffield United receives a yellow card for a foul.
Max Bird from Bristol City won a free kick in defense.
Foul committed by Andre Brooks of Sheffield United.
Neto Borges of Bristol City won a free kick in defense.
Femi Seriki of Sheffield United commits a foul.
New attacking attempt. Patrick Bamford of Sheffield United takes a left-footed shot from the center of the box, but it's saved by Bristol City's goalkeeper Radek Vítek, who is positioned in the center of the goal. The assist comes from Sydie Peck with a through ball.
Scott Twine of Bristol City won a free kick in defense.
Foul committed by Japhet Tanganga against Sheffield United.
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Neto Borges of Bristol City.
Mark McGuinness from Sheffield United attempts an attack with a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but Radek Vítek from Bristol City saves it in the top right corner.
Sheffield United wins a corner after Radek Vítek concedes.
New attacking attempt. Andre Brooks of Sheffield United shoots with his right foot from the right side of the box, but Radek Vítek of Bristol City saves it in the top center of the goal. The assist was provided by Sydie Peck.
Missed chance. Patrick Bamford from Sheffield United takes a right-footed shot from the center of the box that is very close to the goal. The assist comes from Femi Seriki's cross.
Shot blocked. Andre Brooks from Sheffield United had a right-footed shot from the right side of the box that was blocked. The assist came from Femi Seriki.
Gustavo Hamer from Sheffield United attempts an attack with a right-footed shot from outside the box, but Radek Vítek from Bristol City saves it in the right corner. The assist came from Harrison Burrows.
Sheffield United win a corner after Adam Randell concedes.
New attacking attempt. Andre Brooks from Sheffield United takes a left-footed shot from outside the box, but it's saved.
Missed chance. Thomas Cannon of Sheffield United takes a right-footed shot from outside the box that goes close but misses the top right corner. Joe Rothwell provides the assist.
Substitution for Sheffield United: Gustavo Hamer replaces Djibril Soumaré.
Substitution for Sheffield United: Andre Brooks replaces Leo Hjelde.
The second half begins with Bristol City leading Sheffield United 1-0.
The first half ends with Bristol City leading Sheffield United 1-0.
The fourth official has indicated there will be 1 minute of added time.
Noah Eile from Bristol City won a free kick in defense.
Leo Hjelde fouled a player from Sheffield United.
Harrison Burrows from Sheffield United had a missed chance, shooting with his left foot from the left side of the box, but it went close and missed. Japhet Tanganga provided the assist.
Thomas Cannon's header from the right side of the six-yard box is blocked. The assist came from Patrick Bamford's cross.
Thomas Cannon's header from the right side of the six-yard box is blocked. The assist came from Patrick Bamford's cross.
Mark McGuinness from Sheffield United was awarded a free kick in an attacking position.
Foul committed by Scott Twine of Bristol City.
Djibril Soumaré of Sheffield United attempts a header from the center of the box, but it's saved in the top center of the goal. The assist comes from Femi Seriki's cross.
Goal! Bristol City leads 1-0 against Sheffield United. Mark Sykes scores for Bristol City with a right-footed shot from outside the box into the left corner.
Thomas Cannon from Sheffield United receives a yellow card for a foul.
Sam Morsy of Bristol City won a free kick in defense.
Foul committed by Thomas Cannon - Sheffield United.
Patrick Bamford of Sheffield United won a free kick in the attacking zone.
Noah Eile from Bristol City commits a foul.
Offside called against Sheffield United. Patrick Bamford is offside.
Emil Riis from Bristol City had a missed chance, shooting with his right foot from the right side of the box. The assist came from Scott Twine, who provided a through ball.
Foul committed by Cameron Pring of Bristol City.
Femi Seriki from Sheffield United won a free kick on the right wing.
Harrison Burrows of Sheffield United won a free kick in defense.
Foul committed by Scott Twine of Bristol City.
Thomas Cannon of Sheffield United won a free kick in defense.
Neto Borges fouled a player from Bristol City.
Cameron PringYellow CardCameron Pring of Bristol City receives a yellow card for a foul.
Patrick Bamford of Sheffield United won a free kick on the right wing.
Cameron Pring from Bristol City committed a foul.
Jason Knight from Bristol City won a free kick in defense.
Foul committed by Thomas Cannon of Sheffield United.
Thomas Cannon's shot for Sheffield United from the right side of the box is blocked.
Bristol City welcome Sheffield United to Ashton Gate in a mid-table Championship clash with just three points separating the sides. The Robins are looking to build on Roy Hodgson's first win as manager, while Sheffield United seek to end their winless run and overturn recent heavy defeats to their hosts.
