Bristol City were beaten 2-1 at home by QPR over the weekend. The Robins are now winless in their last four games in the league. They have slipped down to 10th place in the Championship heading into the international break.
Gerhard Struber was appointed as the head coach at Ashton Gate over the summer. The ex-Barnsley man cut ties with German club FC Koln earlier this year. He has also had spells in the past with Wolfsberger, New York Red Bulls and Red Bull Salzburg.
Struber was picked as Bristol City’s replacement for Liam Manning, who left for fellow second tier side Norwich City. The Robins made the play-offs last season under Manning’s guidance before his exit to Carrow Road. However, they were beaten at the semi-finals stage over two legs by Sheffield United.
Next up is a trip to East Anglia to play Manning’s Canaries on Saturday 18th October before a clash on their own patch against Southampton. In the meantime, here is a look at the latest supercomputer from Opta, via The Analyst...
5. 20. Sheffield United, 55 points
Sheffield United re-appointed Chris Wilder last month. He was picked as their replacement for Ruben Selles. They lost 1-0 away at Hull City over the weekend. | Getty Images
6. 19. Norwich City, 56 points
Norwich City lured Liam Manning away from Bristol City over the summer. The Canaries have since been inconsistent so far this season. They lost 3-1 against rivals Ipswich Town last time out. | Getty Images
7. 18. Wrexham, 56 points
Wrexham have risen from non-league to the Championship over recent years. The Welsh side spent big money over the summer. It has taken them a while to get going in this campaign. | Getty Images
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8. 17. Watford, 58 points
Pressure is growing on Watford boss Paulo Pezzolano already. They have won three league games so far this season. The Hornets are no strangers to sacking managers. | Getty Images