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Forever Bristol City PodcastPNE [A] the verdict .... we’ve just got to grin & bear itDaveP, 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 weekend.Once again missed chances early on proved to be City's undoing with under pressure Ryan Lowe pulling a rabbit out the hat and probably saved his job with a triple half time substitution which caught City out big time. Will Keane grabbed two goals, the first after a rare MOL error.For the final 20 minutes one could only describe City's performance as ragged and they will have to...2024-01-141h 10
Forever Bristol City PodcastWEST HAM [A] the verdict ..... City, you did us proudDaveP, Mark & Ian discuss a thrilling encounter where City put two poor performances behind them in matching West Ham in all areas of the pitch and bring David Moyes side back to Ashton Gate for a hotly anticipated replay.Conway's strike from a superb Williams pass was class as were a couple of MOL saves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-081h 13
Forever Bristol City PodcastMILLWALL [H] the verdict .... should we just accept we are in [another] period of transition?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 up for the draw that probably kept Rooney in a job for the next 100 hours!!!We're no further forward than under Pearson and for all his so called advanced tactical nous Manning does not seem to have a Plan B.7000 chose to pay on the day looking at the Brum game as a blip which sadly it wasn't - I wonder how many of them will rock...2024-01-021h 05
Forever Bristol City PodcastB’HAM CITY [A] the verdict ..... a game we should have won4 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 a point in a boring game against a side that looked a pale shadow of the one which won at Ashton Gate in August.One thing we did learn is that Anis Mehmeti is no header of the ball after a couple of missed chances escaped that part of his anatomy. The Vyner/Dickie defensive pairing continues to look strong and Joe Williams is playing with the verve we have...2023-12-301h 08
Forever Bristol City PodcastWATFORD [A] the verdict ...... the most complete performance for a VERY long timeDaveP is joined by Dave Fevs, Ian Gay & Mark Tovey in discussing an emphatic Boxing Day victory at Vicarage Road.A superb all round team performance as City controlled the game for most of the time.We also try to make sense and draw some conclusions from a review of the club's 22/23 accounts which showed a £22M loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-271h 28
Forever Bristol City PodcastHULL CITY [H] the verdict .... Robins maul Tigers in 5-goal thrillerBack 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 leg as they fought back from 2-1 down to claim victory.Penalties are like buses these days, none for ages then 3 come along at once. Conway sent the keeper the wrong way for the second time in a week but his outfield play is giving some cause for concern.Manning has shown faith in Mehmeti and this was rewarded with a much awaited goal from the Albanian and...2023-12-231h 23
Forever Bristol City PodcastSUNDERLAND [H] the verdict ..... we got away with that one & MOL was excellentDaveP 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 information.2023-12-171h 07
Forever Bristol City PodcastBLACKBURN [A] the verdict .... we played well for 20 minutes then he changed it!!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 acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-131h 17
Forever Bristol City PodcastHUDDERSFIELD [A] the verdict .... a match we should have won?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 with all three points.There is a change in how we play as once again on possession City were on c60% and although the home keeper had little to do there were 14 shots on target!The goal conceded was again due to careless play on the ball but it will be a boost for his ebbing confidence that Conway got on the scoresheet with a smart finish.2023-12-1055 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastNORWICH [H] the verdict .... let’s just accept we are a work in progressDaveP 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 half was poor with two sloppy goals conceded in a generally poor and disjointed showing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-031h 17
Forever Bristol City PodcastSOUTHAMPTON [H] the verdict .... City pay the price for 1st half missed chancesDave 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 Manning.Conway had a header that he couldn't direct effectively and then for the second time in 5 days failed in a one-on-one against a keeper with Southampton's Bazunu also producing a smart save to keep out a Sykes header.City were poor in the 2nd half and now have to face 5 matches in 19 days starting with Norwich at Ashton Gate on Sunday lunchtime. Hosted on Acast. See...2023-11-3051 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastBORO [H] the verdict ..... goal of the season & maybe just a hint of the shape of things to come?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 2-0 ahead thanks to an absolute stunner from TGH and a coolly slotted home penalty by Tommy Conway who had fluffed a one-on-one opportunity only minutes before. But with barely 10 minutes gone in the 2nd half that lead had been surrendered and another Stoke City throwaway appeared a distinct possibility but no, City came storming back with Mark Sykes crashing in a volley from Dick...2023-11-261h 11
Forever Bristol City PodcastQPR [A] the verdict... let’s not overreact after just one gameLiam 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-121h 15
Forever Bristol City PodcastManning is our man ... dawn of a new eraDaveP is joined by Chris Honor, Mark, Neil & Ian as they discuss all matters surrounding the appointment of new Head Coach, Liam Manning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-0753 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastSHEFF WED [H] the verdict ..... time to move onDaveP 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 managerial, or should we say Head Coach, hot seat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-051h 05
Forever Bristol City PodcastPearson gone - I can’t recall the fanbase being so united in anger about anything like this beforeIan & DaveP with contributions from Neil Sutton & Chris Honor discuss the surprise sacking of Nigel Pearson on Sunday lunchtime.Why now and who next are amongst the topics discussed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-291h 17
Forever Bristol City PodcastCARDIFF [A] the verdict ..... injury ravaged side loses in close fought gameThis 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 feared it could have been a lot worse.Ian, Mark & DaveP analyse the match action and take some positives but it is very difficult and to be quite honest we feel a real sense of disillusionment about how things are on & off the field.The HPC must be more like a "Casualty" ward at the moment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2023-10-291h 10
Forever Bristol City PodcastIPSWICH [H] the verdict.... another game of fine marginsA 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 O’Leary appears to be the villain of the piece for failing to deal with Broadhead’s well struck shot that was the difference between the sides. Fans should cut him some slack in my opinion with his acrobatic save just before the goal and another one-handed stop from Davis at the start of the second half which kept City in the game.Cornick was unluck to see his late e...2023-10-261h 03
Forever Bristol City PodcastCOVENTRY[H] the verdict: victory overshadowed by Nige’s ”I’m irritated” post match commentNigel 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 between him and our owner it appears to be right out there now!City's shambolic opening half hour did not give the Sky Blues the 2-3 goal advantage they might have expected on another day and most fans in the ground were shocked to see Rob Dickie's headed goal give us a half-time advantage.Talk post match was more about what Nigel said in an open...2023-10-221h 29
Forever Bristol City PodcastLEEDS [A] the verdict .. decent performance but predictable outcome in season of inconsistencyIf 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 we attempted to play football rather then shut up shop.Ian, Mark & DaveP discuss the match action which sees City go into the 2nd international break on the back of 3 defeats in the last 4 which could well have been worse were it not for Conway's late brace at Rotherham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-081h 11
Forever Bristol City PodcastROTHERHAM [A] ..the verdict: Champions League strikes from TC, National League type game!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. His second goal wasn’t too shabby either!Dave P & Ian are joined by Chris Honor reviewing a match remembered only for another 3 points gained on the road after what was at times a shocking performance across the field and that included as usual some crass officiating.It’s on to Elland Road next where a point would be most welcome going into the next international break. Hosted...2023-10-051h 02
Forever Bristol City PodcastStoke City [H] the verdict .... we were mugged or just paying the price for sloppy defendingAt 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.Ian, Neil & DaveP dissect the match action. There's some criticism of Naismith as a defender and general bafflement at Nige's quadruple substitution barely 10 minutes into the 2nd half.We pose the question: would most City fans be happy to accept an indefinite number of seasons on the we are where we are principle and be grateful to the Lansdowns for keeping it that way.We...2023-10-011h 17
Forever Bristol City PodcastLeicester C. [A] the verdict .. a defeat but by the closest of margins against 2016 PL ChampionsKal 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 a penalty which proved to be the only goal in a close fought encounter.City were rocked pre match by the surprise news that Vyner was unfit to play and Pearson’s post-match comments suggest a lengthy lay off if it’s an ACL problem.The only disappointing thing about City yesterday was their wastefulness in possession when in attacking positions but that apart the 3300 fans who...2023-09-241h 11
Forever Bristol City PodcastPlymouth [H] the verdict.... City look the real deal in Ashton Gate thrillerThere 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.Racing to a 2 goal lead inside the first 10 minutes the result was never in doubt once that margin had been restored to snuff out any hope of a Plymouth revival, City going in 3-1 ahead at half time.It was a great team performance savoured by DaveP, Ian, Mark & Neil in their analysis of the game and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2023-09-201h 03
Forever Bristol City PodcastWBA [H] the verdict ...... fab first half but firing blanks at home is a problem that needs sortingArguably 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 even have gone in behind at the interval were it not for Vyner's superb tackle on Asante.More WBA in 2nd 45 but would it have been fair on the visitors had Cornick's effort had gone in - a bad miss or a good save.Ian & DaveP dissect the match action as well as looking forward to Tuesday's game vs. Plymouth Argyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2023-09-171h 00
Forever Bristol City PodcastSwansea [A] the verdict.... there’s no stopping City on the roadA 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 shirt as he scored the equaliser with an exquisite left foot shot before setting up Sam Bell for the winner and what will be a major boost to his confidence after a stuttering start to the season.DaveP is joined by Ian, Mark & Lez in reviewing the match action which included stand out performances by Joe Williams and Duracell Bunny [for all his running...2023-09-021h 16
Forever Bristol City PodcastNorwich City [H] .... Cup game review & does Nige have the right to feel cheesed off?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, expressed in blunt terms by Nigel, that there will be no further activity in what remains of the transfer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-301h 07
Forever Bristol City PodcastHull City [A] the verdict ..... we’ll win a lot of games if we play like that every weekCity 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 Hull City at the MKM Stadium on Friday night.Trailing to a first half goal and having a Wells effort disallowed for a marginal offside in stoppage time they bounced back early in the 2nd half as the Bermudian made no mistake tucking the ball in from a Sykes cross for his first goal in open play for over 20 games.There were good performances in all departments but the main is...2023-08-261h 18
Forever Bristol City PodcastB’ham City [H] the verdict .... as bad a performance as Parky’s infamous Meg Ryan interview !!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 performance, probably their worst since WBA on Boxing Day.DaveP hosts Ian, Neil & Mark in an analysis of the match action and then talk about how the next 12 days could shape City's season if at the end of it they are out of the cup, pointless from trips to Hull City & Swansea and haven't made additions to the squad that are essential.Note: recorded live and...2023-08-201h 15
Forever Bristol City PodcastMILLWALL [A] the verdict ..... James late winner gives right outcome in hard fought gameFew could have predicted a thoroughly convincing win at the always difficult to play at New Den after last Saturday's disappointing season opener vs. PNE, but win City did thanks to Matty James 94th minute strike which sent the fans travelling army into raptures.Ian, Mark & DaveP discuss the match action where Vyner & Dickie were imposing at the back, the midfield trio played as a highly effective unit and Harry Cornick showed there is perhaps a bit more to his game than being a long throw specialist.The trio discuss how the Scott money should...2023-08-1254 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastOxford Utd. review ..... Knight brace shows there is life after ScottNo 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 being the departure of Alex Scott to Premier league Bournemouth. Ian, Neil & DaveP discuss the game which banished the negative thoughts in the wake of the disappointing season opener vs. Preston. Knight playing in a more advanced role looked a very different player to the one presenting a stuttering performance on Saturday. Mehmeti showed some nice touches and control in his game. Wells showed his striking prowess whi...2023-08-1057 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastPreston North End [H] review .... he takes a mean long throw!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 a team the lads certainly didn’t cometh the man.DaveP hosts a review of the game with Chief GrInch Ian Gay and the more balanced [?] opinions Neil Sutton.& Mark Tovey.We began by talking about the positives that could be drawn from matchday 1.What lessons were learnt, what line up will Nigel start against Oxford on Wednesday and with 3 of the next 4 away before the...2023-08-061h 04
Forever Bristol City PodcastSeason 23/24 Preview with Gary Owers & Neil SuttonDaveP 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 that two wins from the first five games going into the first international break is the minimum requirement if we're not going to already have to chase a ppg target that gets us in the Top 6. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-311h 04
Forever Bristol City PodcastSeason 23/24 Preview with Paul Cheesley & Ian GayDave 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 starting X1 against Preston on August 5th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-2949 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastMidsummer musings: 23/24 fixtures, transfers in/out, starting X1 on August 5thDaveP 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 summer transfer activity so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-221h 05
Forever Bristol City PodcastIn conversation with ...... Gary Shelton [89-94; 150 Apps / 24 goals]DaveP interviews the talented midfielder who was a virtual ever present in the 1989/90 promotion team.Shelts talks about his earlier career with Walsall, Villa and Sheffield Wednesday plus life at City & beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-141h 06
Forever Bristol City PodcastSeason 22/23 Review ft. Gary Owers & Ian GayDaveP 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 & Coventry plus much speculation on what this summer's transfer activity might look like Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-041h 24
Forever Bristol City PodcastSeason 22/23 review featuring Chris Honor & Dave FevsDaveP reviews last season with former player & local media pundit Chris Honor plus regular podcast contributor and analytical guru Dave Fevs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-191h 18
Forever Bristol City PodcastQPR [A]the verdict ...... committed performance secures all three pointsA 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 from Sykes & Bell were enough against a disappointing QPR who came into the game looking to extend an unbeaten run to 4.Ian, Mark & DaveP review the match action but mainly talk about what the side might look like next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-0953 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastBURNLEY [H] the verdict ..... let’s take the money and run!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 inglorious final [probably] appearance for Alex Scott who trotted off the pitch to muted appreciation, his glaring error presenting the visitors with the opportunity some minutes earlier to retake the lead after Conway's cool finish had brought the sides level.For what it's worth if £20M + is offered for Scott we should take it and run as his form of late is doing nothing to justify a fee of this m...2023-04-301h 14
Forever Bristol City PodcastRotherham [H] the verdict ..... undefeated at home in 2023Undefeated 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 the weekend's 2-1 victory over perennial strugglers Rotherham.
DaveP is joined by Ian plus, and its good to have him back after a long absence, Dave Fevs as they discuss the match and more
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Forever Bristol City PodcastRotherham [H] the verdict ..... undefeated at home in 2023Undefeated 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 the weekend's 2-1 victory over perennial strugglers Rotherham.DaveP is joined by Ian plus, and its good to have him back after a long absence, Dave Fevs as they discuss the match and more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-241h 07
Forever Bristol City PodcastSHEFFIELD UTD. [A] the verdict .... more of the sameEarly 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 half performance but the Blades upped the pace in the second period and scored the winner through a Man City loanee valued at £20M.Should City have had a penalty in the first half when Bell was flattened? Who was Nigel referring to when assessing the performance of his subs who failed to make the impact he was hoping for and added the comment “I don’t care who they ar...2023-04-191h 03
Forever Bristol City PodcastWATFORD [A] the verdict .... we’ve played worse than that and won!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 missed chances but those which on another day would have gone in were it not for the woodwork and decent goalkeeping.Great to see Alex Scott back on the grass but for me he has to be showing in the remaining games more than fleeting glimpses of a player who is allegedly going to attract bids over £20M in the summer.Ian, Mark & DaveP analyse the match act...2023-04-151h 06
Forever Bristol City PodcastBORO [H] the verdict .... cracking game and Cornick silences his criticsIf 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-goal lead to only draw against their play-off bound opponents.Harry Cornick did a lot to silence his detractors with a goal and an assist and there is plenty to suggest that with 5 points from the last 3 games a City team without Alex Scott can do OK at this level.Ian, Mark & DaveP analyse the match action Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...2023-04-1150 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastSTOKE [A] the verdict ..... tale of the unexpected but then again we always win there!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 minutes before having two chances to take an unexpected lead. It would be true to say it was against the run of play when the home side took the lead with half time approaching but City dominated after the break and won it with a first of the season for Zak Vyner and a first for the club from Anis Mehmeti.Ian, Mark & DaveP discuss the game and look forward to...2023-04-0754 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastREADING [H] the verdict .... this season is going down the drainNot 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 last season is in the balance.Ian, Mark, Tom & Neil with DaveP hosting discuss a match City should have won but didn't due to poor play in the final third.We also talk about the Ashton Gate pitch, the club's high sustainability ranking, the Easter games and when will Kane Wilson get a few minutes on the pitch perhaps positionally in front of not instead...2023-04-021h 21
Forever Bristol City PodcastSWANSEA [A] the verdict ..... on the beach can’t happen soon enough?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 marginal improvement on the Luton game, indeed, Omar Taylor-Clarke who'd come on as a sub in that one made the starting line up and didn't look out of place.Not our normal intro as I couldn't resist including our pre-live chat regarding Liam Fontaine's recording career which I didn't know anything about before today!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-191h 20
Forever Bristol City PodcastLUTON [A] the verdict: it could have been a lot worseDaveP & 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 would not have been an unfair reflection of the Hatters dominance. As it was at 1-0 you're always in the game and in fairness City improved as the game went on.The squad is ravaged by injuries by why Nigel chose to have just 6 subs which included the "sick" & "unfit" Wilson remains a mystery but Omar Taylor-Clarke showed in the 30 minutes he was on that he could...2023-03-1654 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastBLACKPOOL [H] ..... the verdict: reasons to be cheerfulOnly 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’t there to like about City’s well deserved win against Mick McCarthy's Blackpool who, like that other old stalwart manager Neil Warnock’s Huddersfield, look destined to be playing in League One next season.City dominated the opening half and deserved to be in front at the break but then a stunner from Weimann and an assured finish by Scott which capped a fine performance saw them run out easy wi...2023-03-111h 06
Forever Bristol City PodcastHUDDERSFIELD [A] the verdict .... sorry Neil, you’re taking this lot down!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 League 1 football next season.The fact is though we didn't beat them, indeed, were it not for missed chances we should have been out of sight by half time and there's no denying we have a lack of goals crisis developing with only one from open play in the past 6 games.Ian & debut boy Tom H join DaveP in reviewing the match action and looking forward to Saturday's game vs...2023-03-0855 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastCARDIFF [A] the verdict ..... a bad day at the officeLosing 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 potentially season ending injuries for Williams & Kalas.DaveP is joined by Chris Honor, Mark and Ian in a review of the match action and looking forward to Tuesday's game against Neil Warnock's Huddersfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-041h 05
Forever Bristol City PodcastMAN. CITY [H] the verdict: honour in defeat on a night to rememberIf 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 sides in Europe.Despite being massive underdogs City were well and truly in this game and one could argue that the final scoreline flattered the illustrious visitors.Pring, Kalas & Scott were individual stand out performers in a great team effort and if we play like this for what's left of the season it augers well for 23/24.DaveP hosts Ian...2023-03-0155 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastHull City [H] the verdict: Penalties are like busesNo 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 by Tom, Ian & Mark in reviewing Saturday's match action as well as memories of Dickie Davies, Motty and former club CEO Colin Sexstone who all sadly passed away this week. We also talk about the new kit and, of course, look forward to the "big one" on Tuesday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-261h 11
Forever Bristol City PodcastSunderland [A] the verdict: it really did feel like a winThe 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 tucked it away in the 93rd minute. DaveP discusses the game with Chris Honor, Mark & Ian with the latter giving a short debrief on what Steve Lansdown said in his address to the Senior Reds on Thursday.Listen out for Chris explaining what it's like to take a penalty under pressure as he recalls his strike from the spot against Joe Jordan's Hearts. ...2023-02-181h 06
Forever Bristol City PodcastWIGAN [H] - the verdict: something of a damp squib!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 against lowly Wigan but it wasn't to be.Ian, Mark & DaveP review the game and look forward to Saturday's testing fixture at Sunderland.Hear DaveP speak on What the Falk, a Sunderland podcast, with his thoughts on the upcoming game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-1656 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastNORWICH [H] - the verdict: How long can we keep this run going?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 up the table and questioning whether the play offs are in reach. The simple fact is we need 10 wins from 16 which is as many as we've achieved in 30 - a big ask?The back 4 were the difference in City's favour as they put their bodies on the line with tackles and blocks to the extent that Max O'Leary was rarely called into action.Sykes maintained his good...2023-02-121h 13
Forever Bristol City PodcastPNE [A] - the verdict: at last, a win at DeepdaleIan, Mark & Neil join DaveP in assessing a win that stretches City's unbeaten start in 2023 to 8 matches. Clinical finishing and resolute defending, particularly in the 2nd half got its just reward.We reflect on the transfer window activity, Man City ticket pricing and assess at what point do we dare to dream about the unthinkable! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-051h 20
Forever Bristol City PodcastWBA [H] - the verdict: Semeny...who? A Star is BornArguably 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 Baggies who put out their strongest line up.Sam Bell scored a brace to suggest he can fill the gap left by Semenyo's departure and it was a first goal of the season for Alex Scott whose overall performance showed the watching scouts that any bid to sign him must begin in £M with a 2!City need to bring this form to the league and in so doing t...2023-01-291h 00
Forever Bristol City PodcastBLACKBURN [H] the verdict ..... further evidence that progress is being madeCity maintained their unbeaten start to the season with a draw against a Blackburn side who looked quite ordinary even though they have spent virtually all of this season in the play off zone.You just knew it would be against City that the visitors would record their first draw of the season and they took the lead early in the second half before another Semenyo strike brought an equaliser. City did enough to win on that 2nd half performance which saw a strong penalty claim turned down and Bell being robbed by a marginal offside decision...2023-01-221h 10
Forever Bristol City PodcastBIRMINGHAM [H] the verdict ..... Hi ho silver lining!Was that in the Top 3 of matches since Nigel took the helm almost two years ago? Was it any coincidence that a change of formation and playing players in their natural positions made a difference?If City played like this every week with a passion or purpose then win, draw or lose the fans would feel they had been entertained like they were on Saturday with 4 excellently worked goals and some outstanding individual performances in an all round first class team effort.DaveP hosts a discussion with Neil, Ian & Mark about the game, transfers and...2023-01-151h 18
Forever Bristol City PodcastSwansea [H] the verdict: unbeaten run extended to 3 games!The title of this episode is a cup half full view. Quite honestly in the opening half City let the Swans pass around us like Barcelona with Allen their Messi but they never created much of a threat and only took the lead through Atkinson's howler.City were much improved in the second period due to a change of shape and Semenyo's headed goal brought a deserved equaliser, indeed, City could well have won the game with Benda saving well from Wells.Two more clear cut penalties weren't awarded by Clive Pawson and Weimann & Conway...2023-01-0858 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastCoventry [A] ....the verdict: at last we look solid at the backTwo successive away draws at quite difficult venues is no mean feat but it has to be looked at in the context of the fact that we've now won only 3 of our last 18 and this us why we are in a perilous position towards the foot of the table.There are many positives to draw from the 1-1 draw at the CBS Arena, not least the fact that Zak Vyner is looking an accomplished Championship defender alongside Rob Atkinson who has responded positively to the "tough love" comments of his manager. Throw in the improving form of...2023-01-021h 04
Forever Bristol City PodcastMillwall [A]... the verdict: workmanlike performance earns City a deserved pointThe New Den is hardly the place you'd want to go to turn around a disappointing run of form but City did just that in a match that if Andi Weimann had last season's shooting boots on they would have won rather than have to settle for a draw.It wasn't pretty but the commitment was there to shut up those who say Nigel has "lost the dressing room". At least his team selection properly saw round pegs in round holes!DaveP hosts the debate with Ian, Mark & special guest Chris Honor.2022-12-3054 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastWBA [H] ...the verdict: there may be trouble ahead?DaveP hosts the debate covering the Boxing Day game against the Baggies with Ian, Mark & Neil.More talk of square pegs in round holes and whether we can see evidence of potential for improvement from a wretched run of just 3 wins from the last 16 league games.Nige's post match comments seem to have upset the fans again albeit for different reasons and whilst Ian, not unexpectedly, is calling for an immediate change the panel are unanimous in their concern for the remainder of the season. 2022-12-271h 23
Forever Bristol City PodcastSTOKE [H] ...the verdict: play offs not out of the questionAt 3.45 I looked at the league table and thought, hang on to the three points and we're just 4 points off the play offs but the eventual defeat and aspects of our performance sees us looking over our shoulders rather than upwards.A flat atmosphere came to life with Scott's shot that was saved then the Wells, Weimann 1-2 that saw the Austrian hit the post when a goal would have been a just outcome. The goal from Wells, his 8th, was down to a superb cross from Pring. More of this please45+2 and King loses...2022-12-181h 07
Forever Bristol City PodcastROTHERHAM [A] ... the verdict: not pretty but effectiveCity were comfortable winners by 3-1 as they took all three points from this particular trip to South Yorkshire for the first time since 1995.Taking the lead through an own goal, City were guilty of more sloppy defending which allowed the home side to draw level before goals for Williams before the break and Pring late on, his first for the club, gave City victory.Max O'Leary produced a save deep into injury time which showed why has has now firmly got his grip on the keeper jersey.Dave P is joined by...2022-12-1052 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastIn conversation with .... Dave Rennie the player [1989-92]Anyone who was around at the time will have fond memories of the 89/90 promotion season when Dave Rennie formed half of a midfield pairing alongside the irrepressible Gary Shelton.Manager Joe Jordan signed Rennie from Leeds United in the summer of 89 and he went on to play 104 games for the club scoring 8 goals. He left in the 93 close season for Birmingham City before enjoying 4 seasons in the Premier League with Coventry City. Who remembers those corner routines in 89/90: pinpoint corner from Gavin to Rennie at the near post for a back header which often found T...2022-12-031h 13
Forever Bristol City PodcastWatford [H] ... the verdict - play like this every week and we’ll be fineIn the final game before the World Cup break DaveP talks with Mark, Ian & Neil about a match City could have won against a Watford side who, like Sheffield United failed to show by their performance the impact parachute money has in on the field superiority.If you gloss over the fact we've only won two of the past 12 league games and have only one win in the last 7 home games then a point against a side that was in the Premier League last campaign is a good result. City had a couple of chances which fell...2022-11-131h 04
Forever Bristol City PodcastLincoln [H] ...the verdict - embarrassingIan & DaveP remain quite calm in discussing how City's cup exit was due to a performance that plumbed to new depths in terms of commitment and organisation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-091h 20
Forever Bristol City PodcastBoro [A] .... the verdict - Max’s heroics save City from a hiding.We'd have taken a point if offered before the game and after City had called upon Max O'Leary to produce a stunning double save it was looking like it could be better than that as a fine breakaway goal saw Weimann end his goal drought after an unselfish pass from Conway.Who would argue against the view that Conway, with 8 goals and 4 assists, is CIty's most saleable asset as Semenyo continues to fire blanks and Scott often flatters to deceive?City had to rely on three more first class saves from Max before the break a...2022-11-061h 03
Forever Bristol City PodcastSHEFF. UTD. [H] ... the verdict : Sheffield Steal SpoilsDaveP hosts Neil, Ian & Mark in discussing how City played well again but again failed to be rewarded for their efforts.Another sloppy goal conceded, a misfiring forward line but the woodwork hit twice and Alex Scott perhaps back to his best.Disgraceful performance from ref in 2nd half and shithousery from Sheffield of the highest order which, as Ian puts it is game management when we do it!We remain a work in progress but should we be looking over our shoulders at the chasing pack whilst still believing a play off...2022-11-021h 02
Forever Bristol City PodcastSwansea [H] ... the verdict - City deserving of more from entertaining gameIan, Mark & DaveFevs join DaveP in reviewing a decent display against a team in form who, quite honestly, flattered to deceive despite having 72% possession.Injury & illness meant City started with a back three of Tanner, Vyner & Pring. Whilst it might have been different against more physical opposition as a trio they did very well with Pring voted as MOM.When Tommy Conway put City in front with a well worked goal it was just reward for a sparkling opening, indeed, if early chances been converted the game would have been won before the half hour...2022-10-301h 00
Forever Bristol City PodcastReading [A] ... the verdict - you’ve heard it all before!!With over 2000 travelling supporters City made the short trip along the M4 to face a Reading side that had lost three in a row with a degree of confidence after an unexpected win at the Hawthorns on Tuesday. It would be true to say that the team failed to show up as another abject performance was dished up in a manner that is all too familiar.Ian, Mark & DaveP go through the action and try to fathom the root cause of the problem.We're worried about the falling value of our stars and we had...2022-10-221h 01
Forever Bristol City PodcastWBA [A] the verdict ...... who saw that coming? Jekyll & Hyde City in sparkling formIan & DaveP are joined by Chris Honor in analysing City's unexpected victory at the Hawthorns on Tuesday night, their first at that venue for almost 30 years.Not unexpectedly, after a poor run of from, Andi Weimann was left out of the starting 11 which allowed Matty James to come in and offer that extra presence in midfield we've been calling for.City's first half display was of the highest order and they were rewarded with goals from Joe Williams, his first for the club, and Nahki Wells, his 7th of the season.It was...2022-10-1948 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastMillwall [H] review .... rinse & repeat as City concede more soft goalsNeil, Ian, & Mark talk with DaveP about yesterday's disappointing games against Millwall.Who was to blame for that winning goal - Kalas or Max? With 7 games until the World Cup break can City stay out of the bottom 3? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-161h 05
Forever Bristol City PodcastPNE [H] review: Atkinson brace secures gutsy winCity secured a much needed win in 6 games with two second half headed goals from defender Rob Atkinson.Pearson made 4 changes from the side that lost badly at the weekend, the most notable being replacing Bentley with O'Leary who did enough to suggest he's good enough for another extensive run in the side.Preston are a nasty bunch and if you add to this a typical Keith Stroud refereeing display and a late goal to make it 1-1 it is even more credit to City that they emerged victorious with that 90th minute winner.2022-10-131h 12
Forever Bristol City PodcastBirmingham [A] review: City at their inept worstWhen losing at Norwich last month in a match that ended an unbeaten run of 8 it almost felt like a victory as City put in a performance of the highest order.In the 4 games following we've managed just a point and the performance at St.Andrews on Saturday was perhaps the worst City have put in during the Pearson era.3 goals conceded, all from set pieces, proved City's undoing and the sparkling forward play of last month appeared a distant memory as it wasn't until 85 minutes that they mustered a shot on target....2022-10-091h 04
Forever Bristol City PodcastCoventry [H] review: clean sheet was a plus pointIan, Neil and DaveP debate the match action vs. the Sky Blues as City had to be content with a point in a rare scoreless draw.Were there any standout performances and how should the side line up against Birmingham at the weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-051h 02
Forever Bristol City PodcastQPR [H] review: bad day at the office, no cause for concern?Probably City's worst performance of the season as they suffered a third defeat in a row when losing 1-2 to a lively QPR.Ian, Neil & DaveP review the match action which saw City give themselves a mountain to climb by gifting two goals to the visitors inside the first 22 minutes and that was after an opening 15 minute spell when we looked to be at our best.We talk individual performances, formations and look forward to Tuesday's home game against Coventry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-021h 12
Forever Bristol City PodcastBurnley [A] review: poor goals conceded but overall OK?Defeat at Turf Moor but once again City were their own worst enemies as a defensive lapse after just 4 minutes put them on the back foot.Nahki scored against his former club and whilst City had some good periods in the game they looked tired and leggy at the end and no one would deny that overall Burnley were the better team.Ian, Mark & DaveP review the game and if you click on this link you can hear the thoughts of Matt from Burnley's NoNayNever Podcast: https://voca.ro/1cvgQiDyiES3 Hosted on Acast...2022-09-1853 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastNorwich [A] review: If not for you Kal we’d have won thatIan, Mark, Neil and DaveP review a game which, although City lost, saw a performance that bodes well for the rest of the season and at the very least a top half finish.Kal Naismith was guilty of two fundamental errors in the first 20 minutes which meant City were left with a mountain to climb. They were not shocked into submission by the early setbacks and played with a purpose fully deserving of another Conway goal which reduced the deficit before the break.City dominated the early stages of the 2nd half but totally against...2022-09-151h 04
Forever Bristol City PodcastBlackburn [A] review .... Sweet dreams are made of thisEight games into the season, 6 undefeated in the league and City find themselves nestled in the play off zone after this convincing win against Blackburn Rovers - the one goal margin of victory not reflective of City's overall superiority throughout the game.Nige kept the same team and was rewarded when Wells & Conway gave City a two goal cushion with goals either side of half time. Blackburn hit back with the first of their two goals which highlighted City's underlying frailties but within a minute Wells had got his 2nd to restore the advantage with technology rewarding...2022-09-031h 04
Forever Bristol City PodcastHuddersfield [H] review ..... this Beast is on fire!!Is there no stopping Antoine Semenyo? His 3rd goal in a week of coming on as a sub and the finish this time was emphatic.City rose to seventh in the Championship with this win that keeps the unbeaten run going before a testing yet less intensive sequence of fixtures in September.DaveP hosts Neil, Ian and Mark whose sound problems are at last banished!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-011h 09
Forever Bristol City PodcastBlackpool [A] review .... on balance you have to take a cup half full view?To twice come from behind and take the lead with 20 minutes remaining has to be seen as a creditable achievement on a ground that is hardly amongst City's favourites but then mistakes by King & Naismith to leave Vyner as the patsy in the last minute meant that the points were shared in this 6 goal thriller.The closing 20 minutes was a disaster and undid the good work in a match where City could have been two up before the home side's 7th minute opener.If sending Semenyo on with half an hour remaining was an inspired...2022-08-2849 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastAnd so the improvement continues ....DaveP & Ian debate aspects of the game at Adams Park, which they did not see, but which keeps City's change of fortunes on the right track.Team selection for Saturday and beyond is problematic for all the right reasons and will there be anyone off to pastures new before 1st September Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-2545 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastCARDIFF [H] reviewed : If this style can be maintained then the sky’s the limit?City ran out worthy winners against their Severnside rivals in a match, like vs. Luton, that had everything and made it impossible to criticise any one player as they all gave 100%.DaveP debates the action with Ian, Lezz & Rob Pickles as well as looking forward to the week ahead, transfers and the statistical anomaly which is the only term to describe the side never being awarded a spot kick in line with what is the norm for 91 other clubs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-211h 07
Forever Bristol City PodcastLUTON [H] reviewed : what was not to like about that?!Ian & DaveP debate the match action at Ashton Gate which was as complete a team performance as you could wish for as City secured a deserved 3 points against a disappointing Luton side.What a difference to the pace of the game transpired with Martin's omission from the starting line up and Conway & Wells as a strike duo finished where they left off against Coventry. Surely they must start on Sunday?Nigel made some outspoken yet justified comments about the match officials which we debate as well along with looking forward to the weekend's Severnside derby.2022-08-1747 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastUnbeaten in 2 but an unwanted consistency in how we’re playingAndi Weimann's 4th goal in four was the only bright spot in the blistering heat of the DW Stadium as City put in an all too familiar type of display as they had to settle for a point.I find myself conflicted as before the game I would have taken a point but it was aspects of the performance that sees me take the view that we are in for a long hard season.Why do we run out of puff with annoying regularity?What of Alex Scott? Played better at RWB than...2022-08-141h 11
Forever Bristol City PodcastCup success in Burton, looking forward to Wigan plus thoughts on club saleIan & DaveP discuss the convincing win over Coventry and whether that result might have any bearing on Nigel's team selection in Saturday's game at Wigan where City will look to get their first points on the board.We also debate what format any sale of the club might take - anyone got £250M to buy everything? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-111h 08
Forever Bristol City PodcastWhy the long faces, we played well for an hourJust what was Kal Naismith thinking on 3 minutes when his hesitancy gifted the visitors their first but fair play to City who scored a well worked goal through Weimann to level and then take the lead with Martin's scrambled effort. However from the 60th minute either Sunderland stepped up a gear or, like at Hull, our resilience [fitness?] was found wanting and there was only going to be one winner and it wasn't us. Orchestrated from midfield by Barry Bannan lookalike Alex Pritchard Sunderland loanee Sims grabbed his second and Stewart headed the winning goal as City looked a...2022-08-071h 11
Forever Bristol City PodcastDeja Vu ..... awful refereeing, late goal concededIan, Mark and DaveP discuss the 2-1 defeat at Hull where City's performance was worthy of a point [at least?].When City took the lead with a fine Weimann goal on the half hour it was no more than they deserved against a Hull side with so many new additions they probably don't know each other's names yet!Vyner had a decent game on his return to the first team although was lucky not to have a penalty awarded against him for an early challenge. People say things even themselves out over a season and...2022-07-3157 min
Forever Bristol City Podcast22/23 Season Preview [4] with Richard LathamRespected local journalist and City supporter Richard Latham gives his candid assessment of City's prospects this season.Richard reflects on the events that have put the club in its current dire financial state and says in Richard Gould and Nigel Pearson the Lansdowns have two men who can take the club forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-3054 min
Forever Bristol City Podcast22/23 Season Preview [3] with Gary OwersFormer City player and regular local media pundit Gary Owers joins DaveP and Ian Gay in a lively discussion on City's pre-season, transfers, contracts and the intense start to the campaign with 7 games in 33 days [maybe 9 if we beat Coventry in the Carabao!].We also share fond memories of Stoney Garnett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-281h 06
Forever Bristol City Podcast22/23 Season Preview [2] with Gareth ChilcottFormer Bath rugby player and committed [S82 Season Ticketholder] City fan Gareth Chilcott gives his views on City's prospects for 22/23 in conversation with DaveP.There's a bit of rugby chat to begin with before we discuss the in vogue topics of HNM's contract, the best City line up, where we might finish in the table.We also debate whether the Atyeo really is the best place to house 3000 Sunderland fans to be on August 6th, indeed any club with a following of similar size - we make our suggestion on alternatives! Hosted on...2022-07-2757 min
Forever Bristol City Podcast22/23 Season Preview [1] with Gregor MacGregor & Chris HonorGregor and Chris give their assessment on City's prospects for 22/23 in conversation with DaveP.Amongst topics discussed are the HNM contract situation, who'll wear the captains armband, the best X1 for Saturday's opener vs. Hull and with 15% of the season set to pass in 33 days [30/7-31/8] what is the predicted points haul from the 7 matches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2648 min
Forever Bristol City PodcastMidsummer musings [2] with Ian Gay & Paul Binning [aka Exiled Robin]Less than a month until the big kick off DaveP is joined by Ian & Paul in reviewing transfer business done, what might be yet to come and what is Nigel's likely 11 going to be from what's available now at Hull on July 30th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-091h 10
Forever Bristol City PodcastMidsummer musings featuring DaveFevs & Neil SuttonIn the aftermath of our Fixture Release Special DaveFevs, Neil Sutton and Mark Tovey [for part of the time and in limited form because he had sound problems *] joined DaveP to discuss what's been happening in the summer break with regard to transfers and injuries and what might develop in the weeks before the season opener away at Hull.FBC Podcast was formed 2 years ago this weekend. We've had almost 83k downloads and we remain fiercely independent. Thanks for listening and I hope you continue to enjoy it.*It wouldn't be an FBC Podcast without...2022-06-251h 09
Forever Bristol City Podcast21/22 Season Review with Gary OwersOur former player, and now Radio Bristol soccer pundit, Gary Owers gives his assessment of the 21/22 season in conversation with Ian Gay & Dave PThere are many positives alongside the usual gripes as the usual close season speculation on transfers gathers pace.Can, should and will Nigel Pearson be able to persevere with WSM or should the side be built around a played in position Alex Scott, and how would the club react to a fair offer for Andi Weimann are amongst the topics discussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2022-05-2459 min
Forever Bristol City Podcast21/22 Season Review with Chris HonorDave P is joined by former player and local media pundit Chris Honor along with regular contributor Neil [@ncnsbcfc] in looking back on the last campaign. Wasn't so bad really was it?A generally positive chat which meandered on to talk of transfers in and out and the shape of the team in 22/23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-191h 08