Championship

HODGSON IN HIGH SPIRITS DESPITE FIRST DEFEAT

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The LeaguePaper Team
19 April 2026

ROY Hodgson insisted that he was far from downhearted despite suffering his first defeat as Bristol City manager. The hugely experienced boss had collected seven points from his previous three games in charge, and will now be looking for a reaction to the defeat by Norwich when they take on high-flying Southampton on Tuesday.
He said: “The players are very down and dejected in the dressing because they had the dream of extending the unbeaten run and finishing the season strongly.
“I am more realistic and knew that as well as being capable of winning any Championship game, w...

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