Bristol City concluded their season with a 2-0 victory over Stoke City at Ashton Gate on May 1, 2026. This match marked Roy Hodgson’s final game in management. Bristol City finished the Championship season in 12th place with 62 points.
Bristol City opened the scoring within the first minute of the match. They had been on a four-game winless streak before this win. In contrast, Stoke City ended their season in 17th place and faced a five-game winless streak leading into this match.
Stoke City managed to earn 15 corners during the game but failed to capitalize on any scoring opportunities. Mark Robins, the manager of Stoke City, expressed disappointment in his team’s performance, stating they “lacked energy, lacked enthusiasm and know-how.”
Bristol City’s interim management under Roy Hodgson came during a challenging period for the club. They dealt with significant injury issues, including players like Max Bird and Luke McNally being sidelined.
Despite these challenges, Hodgson’s last match ended positively. Observers noted that Bristol City’s early goal set the tone for the game. The team could have potentially finished higher than 12th if other results had favored them.
Next season will see both teams looking to improve their standings. Bristol City aims to build on this victory while Stoke City seeks to address their form issues.
