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Swansea City end winless run with 2-0 win over Bristol City

A commanding display

Liam Cullen and Olivier Ntcham scored on either side of halftime as Swansea City ended their six game winless run with a deserved 2-0 win over Bristol City. The Swans dominated the first half and took the lead as Cullen plowed past Max O’Leary on 34 minutes. Bristol City rarely bothered Andy Fisher, and Ntcham scored his sixth goal of the season with 13 minutes remaining.

A safe screen

Russell Martin was left with the same 11 that started at Millwall on Tuesday night, with Ollie Cooper returning to the squad in Liam Smith’s place. Swansea City dominated the game, with Bristol City struggling to make any kind of impression. The Robins were largely limited to operating on the fast break while also looking to threaten set pieces, with their only notable effort early on seeing Mark Sykes drill straight into Fisher from 25 yards out.

A well deserved victory

The Swans’ efforts paid off just after the half-hour mark when Ntcham deftly controlled Walsh’s impressive long ball, and the Cameroon The international passed through Cullen, who edged past O’Leary to give the hosts a well-deserved lead. Swansea City continued to create chances and hold possession well throughout the game, creating a golden opportunity 10 minutes into the second half, though Piroe could only head Manning’s cross off the post after what was a sublime team play. The Swans left the goalkeeper without a chance moments later when Ntcham picked up Whittaker’s knockdown from a Paterson cross before unleashing an effort in the bottom corner.

a clean sheet

Swansea City were able to keep a clean sheet for the first time since beating Watford 4-0 at the end of December. Swansea defended with immense confidence throughout the game, preventing Bristol City from testing Andy Fisher.

A promising performance

The Swans played the kind of football that gave fans so much hope early in the campaign. In truth, they looked confident and in control throughout the game, and Jack Army gave them his full support throughout. With several young guns, including Nathan Wood, earning praise from the coaching staff at half time after his efforts.

Looking to the future

Swansea City remain focused on improving their form in the coming weeks. They will face their rival Cardiff City in a fortnight.

Credit: https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/swansea-bristol-city-championship-results-26506761

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