The seeds of Bristol City’s surge back towards the WSL were sown the moment Lauren Smith returned to the club as head coach in June 2021, but if you’re looking for a very clear and obvious spark, it occurred at Ashton Gate just over a year ago almost to the day.
For the second successive season, the Championship title and promotion to the top-flight could be decided in BS3 as having mournfully watched on as Liverpool gleefully celebrated their 4-2 win and their place in the big league. Twelve and a bit months on, the Robins have the opportunity to follow suit.
Smith’s side host Charlton Athletic at Ashton Gate on Sunday and although with two games of the season remaining leaving them more than one chance of getting the job done, their mission is clear - beat the Addicks and they’re up.
