There are a number of things that irk Nigel Pearson in a press conference, many of which you’re now accustomed to as the Bristol City manager approaches his first-year anniversary of being in charge of the Robins.
One particular theme of questioning that continually fails in provoking an answer from the 58-year-old is when his playing career is referenced in the context of modern events and his profile as a coach.
During his time at City, he has rarely romanticised about his 17 years with Shrewsbury, Sheffield Wednesday and Middlesbrough, outside of a few polite and well-meaning statements.
