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Bristol City 2-1 Blackburn Rovers: Nahki Wells can propel the Robins to the play-offs

Liam Manning vowed to do everything possible to keep Nahki Wells at Ashton Gate after he netted the winner for Bristol City in a 2-1 victory against Blackburn Rovers.

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The LeaguePaper Team
26 January 2025

By Richard Latham

BRISTOL CITY 2
Twine 12, Wells 71

BLACKBURN R 1
Weimann 40
Liam Manning vowed to do everything possible to keep Nahki Wells at Ashton Gate after he netted the winner for Bristol City in a 2-1 victory against Blackburn Rovers.
The experienced striker’s 77th-minute goal boosted City’s improving Championship play-off challenge, leaving them a point off the Rovers in seventh.
After the game, Manning praised Wells and commented on the impact the 34-year-old has had on the squad.
Influence
“He’s the consummate professional and a big influence on our younger players,” Manning s...

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