Bristol City draws with Birmingham after late penalty drama
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:25 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Bristol City and Birmingham City played to a 2-2 draw at St Andrew's on August 24. Dom Ballard scored a remarkable goal late in the match to put City ahead, but a controversial penalty in stoppage time allowed Demarai Gray to equalize. Despite having less possession, Bristol created more scoring opportunities, which highlights signs of improvement under new manager Michael Skubala following their opening defeat. The match displayed the potential of City’s new players as they seek to establish themselves this season.
- •Ballard scores a stunning goal to give City a 2-1 lead.
- •Birmingham equalizes with a penalty in the fifth minute of stoppage time.
- •City created more clear chances despite having less possession.
- •Skubala emphasizes the need for patience with the team's development.
- •Bristol City becomes the first team to score against Birmingham this season.
- 10:25 AMYahoo Sports — Glimpses of what could be at Bristol City
"Fan writer David Pottier reflects on Bristol City's performance against Birmingham City as the side begin to take shape under new boss Michael Skubala.
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