Lauren Smith bemoaned her side’s lack of cohesion as Bristol City fell to a 2-0 defeat to promotion rivals London City Lionesses in what arrives as a potentially critical setback in the Robins’ promotion charge.
The league leaders were forced into desperate last ditch defending inside the opening 10 minutes, and the early episode was portentous of the match to come as Bristol City found themselves struggling to create while withstanding London City’s constant salvos.
Atlanta Primus’ quickfire brace seven minutes after the interval eventually proved the difference on the day, cutting Bristol City’s six-point lead to London City at the top of the Championship table down to three with just five matches remaining in the season.
