Bristol City Suffers 2-1 Championship Defeat to QPR, Extending Winless Streak

Bristol City suffered a 2-1 defeat to Queens Park Rangers (QPR) at Ashton Gate, marking their second league loss of the season and extending their winless streak to four games. The Robins took an early lead through Emil Riis's fourth goal of the campaign but conceded twice in the second half, with Richard Kone and Paul Smyth scoring for QPR. Head coach Gerhard Struber expressed frustration over his team's lack of sharpness in both defense and attack, noting critical moments where their performance faltered and led to the defeat. Analysis highlighted Bristol City's vulnerability to aerial balls, especially during set-pieces and crosses, and a tendency to waste scoring opportunities, in contrast to QPR's clinical finishing and strong away support. Struber acknowledged the team's good moments in breaking down opposition defenses but emphasized the need for increased consistency and sharpness to secure points. The result leaves Bristol City in 10th place in the Championship as they enter the international break with concerns over defensive organization and finishing efficiency.