3 things we clearly learnt about Bristol City after their 2-1 loss v Luton

Bristol City were beaten 2-1 by Luton Town at Kenilworth Road last night with goals from Tom Lockyer and Elijah Adebayo meaning all three points went to the home side despite Andi Weimann’s 14th strike of the season. 

The Robins were desperately unlucky not to come away with at least a point as they dominated proceeding for the majority of the game and played some fantastic football.

Nigel Pearson’s side will have a chance to make amends on Saturday as they travel to Deepdale to face Preston North End but before our focus shifts to that match, we’ve outlined three things we clearly learnt from last night’s 2-1 defeat…

Progress is being made under Nigel Pearson 

Though ultimately the result was a disappointment, there was plenty to be positive about for City at Kenilworth Road last night.

Supporters may have been expecting to see an instant impact when the experienced Pearson took charge last February but though progress has been slow, it was clear to see yesterday.

Injuries meant that 18-year-old Alex Scott and 20-year-old Han-Noah Massengo started in midfield but the young duo controlled the game for long periods, with the first half performance arguably the Robins’ finest 45-minute spell under the manager – apart from the goal.

Out of possession, City were hungry for turnovers and made it difficult for the Hatters to impose themselves on the game while the visitors moved the ball really well, playing some fantastic front-foot football and just lacking that final killer pass on a number of occasions.

It was a performance with its limitations but though this side is not the finished article, progress is clearly being made.

Nahki Wells could still have a role to play 

Nahki Wells has not been the prolific goalscorer that