Bristol City produced a spirited comeback to beat in-form Hull City 3-2 at the MKM Stadium, halting the hosts' hot streak and ensuring Hull dropped to fourth after the defeat. For the Robins, who had been thumped 5-0 at home by Derby last week, this was a timely response that strengthened their hopes of pushing into the play-off picture.
Oli McBurnie kept his fine run of form going with a composed opener midway through the first half, but Rob Atkinson's header and Ross McCrorie's emphatic finish turned the game on its head before the break. Emil Riis added a third shortly after half-time from former Hull midfielder Scott Twine's precise assist, and although Kieran Dowell struck back with a close-range volley on 78 minutes, two delays for a rogue squirrel and some resolute defending ensured Bristol City deservedly left with all three points.
Early warning and a clinical Hull opener
Any thought Bristol City might retreat into their shell after the Derby defeat was quickly dispelled. With just eight minutes gone, John Egan lost his footing 25 yards from goal, allowing Riis to stride clear, but the forward's shot lacked conviction and Ivor Pandur was able to make a straightforward save when one-on-one.