Bristol City verdict: Struber's frustration realised but Robins left with bigger worry than loss

Bristol City verdict: Struber's frustration realised but Robins left with bigger worry than loss View 2 Images

So often this season, Gerhard Struber and his Bristol City squad have greeted supporters packed into various away ends up and down the country with fist bumps and big celebrations. In the moments after Saturday's defeat to Stoke City, however, the interaction was different.

While those who had stayed in their seats opted to commend the effort of their players, rather than boo and berate, the fist bumps were reserved for Sorba Thomas and his Stoke teammates, whilst Radek Vitek and other City players instead raised a hand in apology.

What had unfolded over the course of the previous 90 minutes, not even the most pessimistic Reds supporter could have expected. In a manner th