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Walsall knocks out Bristol City in Carabao Cup opener

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Walsall knocks out Bristol City in Carabao Cup opener
Summary

Walsall, a League Two team, eliminated Championship side Bristol City in the Carabao Cup on August 6, 2026. The only goal of the match came shortly after halftime when Reece Smith assisted Aaron Pressley. Despite Bristol City's dominance with 33 total shots and nine on target, they could not find an equalizer, with Walsall's Jed Ward delivering a solid performance in goal. The victory sends Walsall into the next round of the competition.

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  • •Walsall defeats Bristol City 1-0 in Carabao Cup.
  • •Aaron Pressley scored the match's only goal.
  • •Bristol City recorded 33 total shots but could not score.
  • •Jed Ward was instrumental in Walsall's defensive efforts.
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The Carabao Cup proper has only just begun but there's already been an upset as League Two Walsall knocked out Championship side Bristol City.There had been two League Cup games played already with Ro...

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