Bristol City miss chance to climb back into play-off places as Reds beaten by Preston North End

Daniel Carter Sun, 4 January 2026 at 5:16 pm UTC·4 min read Bristol City missed the chance to climb back up into the play-off places as they ended the congested festive period in a disappointing fashion, with a 2-0 defeat to Preston North End at Ashton Gate on Sunday afternoon.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Goals from loanees Lewis Dobbin and Alfie Devine were enough to see the Lilywhites get the better of Gerhard Struber’s side, as the Robins were unable to hit the heights they showcased on New Year’s Day. Dobbin was able to profit on an early mistake from City’s backline to fire Paul Heckingbottom’s side into the lead with less than 10 minutes on the clock, before Devine ensured...