Headline: Bristol City Supports Coach Michael Skubala Amid Poor Home Form
Bristol City will provide under-pressure head coach Michael Skubala with the opportunity to enhance the team’s performance, especially in home matches, according to chief executive Charlie Boss. The Robins have faced difficulties, recording four consecutive losses at Ashton Gate, including a 5-0 defeat against Norwich City last Saturday, which has positioned them in 17th place in the Championship standings.
“The game against Norwich was a long way short of our standards and in the days that followed there have been a lot of tough and honest conversations around the building,” Boss stated in a video message on the club’s website. He further noted that earlier this week, the board convened and decided to grant Skubala the chance to rectify the home form.
Skubala, who previously guided Lincoln City to the League One title last season, joined Bristol City on a three-year deal in May. However, with only two wins in the past 10 matches, fans have expressed their concerns regarding the team’s direction.
“A lot of fans made their feelings known loud and clear at Ashton Gate on Saturday, and I want them to know everybody shares their frustration from the owners, the board, and the players,” Boss emphasized. He acknowledged that Skubala, perhaps more than anyone, understands the need for improvement, stating, “we wouldn’t have made this decision if we didn’t believe that together we can get through this difficult period.”
Looking ahead, Bristol City’s next Championship match is against second-placed Middlesbrough on Saturday, 21 November, at 15:00 GMT. Following that, the team will face home games against Wrexham and Swansea, interspersed with a trip to West Bromwich Albion.
