Forever Bristol City Podcast

CARDIFF [H] the verdict ..... points make prizes, draws don't

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Luke McNally's powerful headed goal saved a point for City in another lack lustre performance.On the upside, the unbeaten run is extended to 4 games.D...

SHEFF WED [H] the verdict ..... now unbeaten in 3, what's not to like?

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ian, Mark & DaveP discuss a disappointing evening at Ashton Gate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SWANSEA [A] the verdict ....... happy with a point but it could have been 3!

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The opening half was one City would prefer to forget as they looked disjointed and out of sorts. Yes, the goal that gave the Swans an interval lead co...

Oxford [h] the verdict ...Yu the difference as Manning sees sense over Twine

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not for the first time this season City had the chances to be well in front before Oxford Oxford took a lead that could have been doubled before the b...

BLACKBURN [A] the verdict ...... sort this out young man!

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It seems no lessons were learned by Liam Manning from the previous 0-3 score at Derby as City crashed to defeat at Ewood Park.A bad, and rare, mistake...

DERBY [A] the verdict ..... a VERY bad day at the office

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After a humbling defeat against the Rams City go into the international break with a very mediocre 5 points from the 12 available so far.DaveP, Mark &...

COVENTRY [H] the verdict ...... wonder goal by Tanner not enough to secure 3 points

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Ian, Tom, Mark in discussing this latest match against the Sky Blues. We were also delighted to welcome Mark from All things Sky Bl...

MILLWALL [H] the verdict .... Twine tames Lions in 7 goal thriller

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP, Tom, Mark & Ian discuss a rollercoaster game where City threw away a two goal lead to go behind before showing great resilience to emerge v...

COVENTRY [H] the verdict ..... defeat but who cares, it's only the Carabao Cup!!

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another curate's egg performance from City saw them exit this season's competition with a First Round defeat against the Sky Blues at Ashton Gate.A de...

HULL CITY [A] the verdict ....... Williams rash challenge denies City well deserved win

10 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

City put in a decent enough performance even if the usual lack of quality in the final third was evident save for a fabulous strike from Mayulu with 6...

Season 24/25 Preview with Gary Owers

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP discusses City's prospects for the upcoming season with former player Gary Owers. We also talk about the Conway & Twine stalemate which cont...

Season 24/25 Preview with DaveFevs

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP & DaveFevs debate the upcoming season and the Conway, Twine situations which seem no closer to a resolution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Willem II the verdict ...... season curtain raiser against Dutch side poses many questions

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP , Mark & Ian review the final friendly game before the side properly gets down to business next weekend.General view is we are very solid at...

What have we learned [vs. Newport/Aldershot]; Deal or no deal re. Twine/Conway

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the 24/25 season start fast approaching DaveP discusses with Neil Sutton & Ian Gay the solid 2-0 wins in friendlies vs. Newport & Aldersh...

Fixture Release Special & England in Euros review [so far]

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Chris Honor, Ian & Mark in assessing England's progress to the knockout stage of Euros 24, a review of the 24/25 fixtures and h...

FBC Special: In conversation with ..... Brian Tinnion, Technical Director

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP & Ian met Tins at the HPC to talk about the composition of the playing squad at 1st team level & below. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

More reflection on 23/24 & what needs to change to breakthrough in 24/25?

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Dave Fevs & Ellie Jones in more analysis of last season and trying to assess what needs to change next campaign in order to be ...

End of season assessment & speculation on what's needed going forward to the 24/25 season

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Gary Owers plus Ian Gay & Paul Hunt in reviewing last season and what's needed to move forward rather than have more of the sam...

STOKE CITY [A] the verdict..... where was the hope for next season?

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Arguably City saved their worst 'til last as they were thrashed 4-0 in the final game of the season.After going 7 games unbeaten one would have expect...

ROTHERHAM [H] the verdict ...... City cruising to top half finish

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The expected success against already relegated Rotherham was achieved with another penalty expertly slotted home by Conway a superbly executed free ki...

FBC Special : In conversation with ...... Gavin Marshall, CEO Bristol Sport

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP & Ian Gay met with Gavin Marshall last week to discuss all matters Bristol City!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

NORWICH [A] the verdict ....... a performance that augers well for next season

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

City extended their unbeaten run to 6 games in an entertaining game against the play-off bound Canaries.Mark Sykes fluffed an easy one on one early bu...

HUDDERSFIELD [H] the verdict .... third penalty success in 4 days secures point in poor game

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP discusses Saturday's Ashton Gate action with Mark, Ian & the Suttons.City kept that unbeaten run intact with a generously awarded penalty in...

BLACKBURN [H] the verdict..... super City punish poor Rovers with 5-goal blast

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The unbeaten run continues as City ran out clear winners to extend their unbeaten run to 4 with another clean sheet which they've now achieved in 5 of...

SUNDERLAND [A] the verdict ....... Super Max the star as unbeaten run continues

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not a pretty game at the windswept Stadium of Light as City came away with a point largely thanks to the heroics of Max O'Leary who produced a string ...

PLYMOUTH [A] the verdict .... worthy winners against a very poor side

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nahki Wells close range header was enough to give City all three points at Home Park and make it a Happy Easter for Liam Manning who has to be praised...

Leicester City [H] the verdict.... we got a performance, now we just need consistency

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can't deny the fact that City deserved all three points against a Leicester side who have now lost 4 of their last 6 games and in so doing might have ...

23/24: End of Season Review ft. Chris Honor & Richard Latham

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With no match this weekend DaveP took the opportunity to chew the cud on all matters Bristol City with former player Chris and respected local journal...

WBA [A] the verdict .... no points, no emotion, not unexpected [the result]!

16 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re not very good and neither, it would seem. are any of the teams below us in the table! Birmingham, Sheff Wed., Plymouth and Stoke all lost whil...

SWANSEA [H] the verdict ... a win is a win no matter how awful it was to watch

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 4-match losing sequence was brought to an end as City emerged victorious from the scrappiest of encounters when beating Swansea 1-0 thanks to Rob ...

IPSWICH [A] the verdict ... lost, but we "gave it a go". Is that enough to silence the critics?

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

City twice took the lead before losing by the odd goal in 5 against rampant Ipswich Town who, if they maintain this form in the last 10 games could we...

CARDIFF [H] the verdict ...,. this isn't going well is it?

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A third defeat in a row and another poor performance to match.Is relegation a possibility with just 9 points from the last 33.DaveP, Ian, Mark, Neil &...

SHEFF WED [A] the verdict.... patterns & behaviours not up to scratch

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ian. Mark & DaveP debate the defeat at Hillsborough where again the team put in a performance that fell well short of the expectations the board f...

QPR [H] the verdict ..... so typical of City after Tuesday!!

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hopes were raised after Tuesday's star performance against Southampton but in true Bristol City fashion the fans were brought back down to earth by th...

Southampton [H] the verdict ..... Wow, just wow!!!

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

City were fully deserving of 3 points against the high flying Saints whose impressive 25 game unbeaten run was brought to a shuddering halt in the mos...

BORO [A] the verdict ..... a hard fought win in a game of two halves

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After the midweek exertions against Forest few were expecting City to win their first league game of 2024 at the Riverside but they did just that with...

FOREST [A] the verdict ...... so near yet so far

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

City exited the FA Cup with a spirited display against Forest, pushing their Premier League opponents through to extra time before a Sam Bell miss cos...

Leeds United [H] the verdict .... they were good, we weren't!

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thrashed 1-0 by a side who are likely to be back in the Premier League for the start of next season, City's woeful league form continues and it now ju...

COVENTRY [A] the verdict... a point away from home home when it should have been 3?

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ian, Mark, Dave Fevs join DaveP in a review of a game which on balance City just about deserved to win but due to a MOL error they had to settle for a...

FOREST [H] the verdict .... champagne football but no goals; how do we fix that?

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

City were more than a match for Premier Leaguers Nottingham Forest in a scoreless encounter at a full to capacity Ashton Gate.The football from City w...

WATFORD [H] the verdict ..... it was OK, no more than that

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ian, Mark, Neil & DaveP debate a game which was a case of  "after the Lord Mayor's show" in comparison with the sparkling FA Cup win over West Ha...

WEST HAM [H] the verdict ....Manning's Marvels are just that as City get physical!

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It really was a night to remember at Ashton Gate as City totally outplayed David Moyes West Ham in an enthralling game which got off to the perfect st...

PNE [A] the verdict .... we’ve just got to grin & bear it

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP, Mark & Ian try to take some positives from a performance that was in stark contrast to that which City produced at the London Stadium last ...

WEST HAM [A] the verdict ..... City, you did us proud

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP, Mark & Ian discuss a thrilling encounter where City put two poor performances behind them in matching West Ham in all areas of the pitch an...

MILLWALL [H] the verdict .... should we just accept we are in [another] period of transition?

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP, Ian & Mark debate a games against the Lions which for every minute was as dire as the previous game at St. Andrews where the home side set ...

B’HAM CITY [A] the verdict ..... a game we should have won

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

4 points from two away games in the space of 4 days is good whoever the opposition but City were disappointed to come away from St. Andrews with just ...

WATFORD [A] the verdict ...... the most complete performance for a VERY long time

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Dave Fevs, Ian Gay & Mark Tovey in discussing an emphatic Boxing Day victory at Vicarage Road.A superb all round team performan...

HULL CITY [H] the verdict .... Robins maul Tigers in 5-goal thriller

23 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Back to back wins for the first time since February, City sent truculent former player, and now Hull manager, back up north with his tail between his ...

SUNDERLAND [H] the verdict ..... we got away with that one & MOL was excellent

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Ian, Mark & Neil in assessing a hard earned victory against Top 6 opponents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

BLACKBURN [A] the verdict .... we played well for 20 minutes then he changed it!!

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP hosts a review of the game with Dave Fevs, Ian Gay & Mark Tovey.Is our new boss trying to change too much too soon?  Hosted on Acast. See a...

HUDDERSFIELD [A] the verdict .... a match we should have won?

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ian & Dave P discuss a game in which had City's players made better decisions in the final third of the pitch they would surely have come home wit...

NORWICH [H] the verdict .... let’s just accept we are a work in progress

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Ian, Mark & Neil in reviewing Sunday's lunchtime fixture which ended in defeat despite going in at half-time 1-0 up.The 2nd hal...

SOUTHAMPTON [H] the verdict .... City pay the price for 1st half missed chances

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dave P, Ian, & DaveFevs discuss the match action which saw a fine first half display go unrewarded as City fell to their first defeat under Liam M...

BORO [H] the verdict ..... goal of the season & maybe just a hint of the shape of things to come?

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ian, Neil & DaveP discuss an eventful game at Ashton Gate against Michael Carrick’s in form Boro After a slow start City went in at half time 2...

QPR [A] the verdict... let’s not overreact after just one game

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Liam Manning's first game in charge saw a point gained in West London but it was a dire affair.Ian, Mark and DaveP discuss the match action and more. ...

Manning is our man ... dawn of a new era

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Chris Honor, Mark, Neil & Ian as they discuss all matters surrounding the appointment of new Head Coach, Liam Manning Hosted on...

SHEFF WED [H] the verdict ..... time to move on

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Ian, Mark & Lez in a review of Saturday's win over lowly Wednesday as well as speculating on who's next for the Ashton Gate man...

Pearson gone - I can’t recall the fanbase being so united in anger about anything like this before

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ian & DaveP with contributions from Neil Sutton & Chris Honor discuss the surprise sacking of Nigel Pearson on Sunday lunchtime.Why now and wh...

CARDIFF [A] the verdict ..... injury ravaged side loses in close fought game

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This result made it five defeats in the last 7 games and whilst that is not a good statistic, when you look at the extent of the injury crisis many fe...

IPSWICH [H] the verdict.... another game of fine margins

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A spirited performance but defeat against a newly promoted Ipswich who, on current form, look like they’ll sail past City into the promised land!Max...

COVENTRY[H] the verdict: victory overshadowed by Nige’s ”I’m irritated” post match comment

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nigel Pearson is not a man to mince his words and clearly his post-match comments to the media suggests if there was just a hint of a rift before betw...

LEEDS [A] the verdict .. decent performance but predictable outcome in season of inconsistency

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If there is some comfort in defeat it is that many Leeds fans felt we were the best side to visit Elland Road this season on the basis that at least w...

ROTHERHAM [A] ..the verdict: Champions League strikes from TC, National League type game!

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tommy Conway’s first goal in particular would not have looked out of place amongst those at St James Park where Newcastle stunned PSG last night. Hi...

Stoke City [H] the verdict .... we were mugged or just paying the price for sloppy defending

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At 2-0 up after 15 minutes another convincing home win looked on the cards but it didn't turn out like that as City surrendered that lead to lose 2-3....

Leicester C. [A] the verdict .. a defeat but by the closest of margins against 2016 PL Champions

24 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kal Naismith timed an 18-yard area tackle to perfection vs. WBA last Saturday but he had no such luck as he went to ground and brought Ndidi down for ...

Plymouth [H] the verdict.... City look the real deal in Ashton Gate thriller

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There were goals a plenty at Ashton Gate as City convincingly beat west country rivals Argyle to secure their first home league win in emphatic style....

WBA [H] the verdict ...... fab first half but firing blanks at home is a problem that needs sorting

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Arguably one of the best opening 45 minutes to a game since Nigel Pearson took charge but City were unable to convert superiority into goals and may e...

Swansea [A] the verdict.... there’s no stopping City on the road

02 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A game much like Hull last week where City dominated despite going a goal behind but this time they won.Mark Sykes had one of his best games in a City...

Norwich City [H] .... Cup game review & does Nige have the right to feel cheesed off?

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveFevs makes a welcome return to FBC and talks with Ian & DaveP about the Carabao Cup exit against David Wagner's Canaries plus the reality, exp...

Hull City [A] the verdict ..... we’ll win a lot of games if we play like that every week

26 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

City put last week’s poor performance behind them with arguably their best 90 minutes of league action so far this season when drawing 1-1 against H...

B’ham City [H] the verdict .... as bad a performance as Parky’s infamous Meg Ryan interview !!

20 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You never want to lose a game but you can lose well sometimes. This was not so on Matchday 3 against Birmingham City as City put in as dire a performa...

MILLWALL [A] the verdict ..... James late winner gives right outcome in hard fought game

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Few could have predicted a thoroughly convincing win at the always difficult to play at New Den after last Saturday's disappointing season opener vs. ...

Oxford Utd. review ..... Knight brace shows there is life after Scott

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

No sooner had the dust settled on City’s emphatic win over Oxford than there was news coming through which the fans had been dreading for weeks that...

Preston North End [H] review .... he takes a mean long throw!

06 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After all the pre-season euphoria for most City fans who’ve been supporting the club for many years it was no surprise that when cometh the hour as ...

Season 23/24 Preview with Gary Owers & Neil Sutton

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Gary Owers & Neil Sutton in a lively discussion which sees the trio talk about the pre-season campaign, what is the best X1 and...

Season 23/24 Preview with Paul Cheesley & Ian Gay

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dave P is joined by Paul & Ian in a discussion about what we've learned from the pre-season results, the ongoing Scott transfer saga and a likely ...

Midsummer musings: 23/24 fixtures, transfers in/out, starting X1 on August 5th

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP was joined by Neil Sutton & Ian Gay on Thursday morning as the 9.00 AM fixture release deadline approached and either side of that talked about ...

In conversation with ...... Gary Shelton [89-94; 150 Apps / 24 goals]

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP interviews the talented midfielder who was a virtual ever present in the 1989/90 promotion team.Shelts talks about his earlier career with Walsa...

Season 22/23 Review ft. Gary Owers & Ian Gay

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP is joined by Gary & Ian reviewing last season and then assessing, in their own view,  what City need to do to emulate the likes of Luton & Cove...

Season 22/23 review featuring Chris Honor & Dave Fevs

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP reviews last season with former player & local media pundit Chris Honor plus regular podcast contributor and analytical guru Dave Fevs Hosted on...

QPR [A]the verdict ...... committed performance secures all three points

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A first win since 2015 on the final day of the season sent everyone into the summer break in a positive frame of mind. Goals either side of half time...

BURNLEY [H] the verdict ..... let’s take the money and run!

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ian, Mark & DaveP discuss a 2-1 defeat against Championship Champions Burnley with a consensus view that we were worthy of a point.It was an ingloriou...

Rotherham [H] the verdict ..... undefeated at home in 2023

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Undefeated at home in 2023, improved on last season's points tally with two games remaining, Andi Weimann's 50th goal for the club. All positives from...

SHEFFIELD UTD. [A] the verdict .... more of the same

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Early dominance but no end product – just like Watford all over again but with fewer goal chances.City silenced the home crowd with a spirited first...

WATFORD [A] the verdict .... we’ve played worse than that and won!

15 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Hornets were winless in 4 going into this game but City contrived to give Chris Wilder’s side the 3 points with two sloppy goals and not so much...

BORO [H] the verdict .... cracking game and Cornick silences his critics

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If every game was as entertaining as Easter Monday’s vs Boro few would have any complaints and that’s said despite the fact that City let slip a 2...

STOKE [A] the verdict ..... tale of the unexpected but then again we always win there!

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Easter joy for City in Staffordshire as they confounded expectations with a well deserved 2-1 win against in form Stoke.We were battered for 20 minute...

READING [H] the verdict .... this season is going down the drain

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not so many weeks ago we were harbouring play off hopes then a top half finish and now, with a tough quartet of games to come even an improvement on l...

SWANSEA [A] the verdict ..... on the beach can’t happen soon enough?

19 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ian, Mark & Neil join DaveP in assessing another fruitless trip across the bridge as City went down 2-0 to their Welsh rivals.Overall it was a margina...

LUTON [A] the verdict: it could have been a lot worse

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DaveP & Ian discuss the match action which saw City lose 1-0 at rain lashed Kenilworth Road.If the boys had gone in 4-0 down at the interval that woul...

BLACKPOOL [H] ..... the verdict: reasons to be cheerful

11 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Only one defeat in the past 12 league games, 4 clean sheets in the past 7 games, and a  first goal scored from outside the box this season, what wasn...

HUDDERSFIELD [A] the verdict .... sorry Neil, you’re taking this lot down!

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Huddersfield are a very poor side and even though they're already displaying the traits of a Neil Warnock inspired team their fans will be watching Le...

CARDIFF [A] the verdict ..... a bad day at the office

04 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Losing to our Severnside rivals always hurts but more so today as our unbeaten league run came to an end, we didn't look great and there appears to be...

MAN. CITY [H] the verdict: honour in defeat on a night to remember

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If the unbeaten run had to come to an end it was a measure of how well we've done since the turn of the year in that it came against one of the best s...

Hull City [H] the verdict: Penalties are like buses

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

No penalties for 469 days then two in a week both despatched with aplomb by Nahki Wells and maintaining City's unbeaten start to 2023.DaveP is joined ...

Sunderland [A] the verdict: it really did feel like a win

18 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The unbeaten run is extended to 11 games as City get a point at the SOL but, more importantly, after a wait of 469 days we got a penalty and Nahki tuc...

WIGAN [H] - the verdict: something of a damp squib!

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

4 points from two home games would have satisfied everyone but having done the difficult bit against the Canaries at the weekend many expected victory...

NORWICH [H] - the verdict: How long can we keep this run going?

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What was not to like about City impressive win against the Canaries which extended the unbeaten run to 9 games?If you're an optimist you'll be looking...

PNE [A] - the verdict: at last, a win at Deepdale

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ian, Mark & Neil join DaveP in assessing a win that stretches City's unbeaten start in 2023 to 8 matches. Clinical finishing and resolute defending, p...

WBA [H] - the verdict: Semeny...who? A Star is Born

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Arguably the best performance of a Bristol City side under the managership of Nigel Pearson put City into the 5th Round of the FA Cup against the Bagg...