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Why Hodgson novelty masks deeper concerns at Bristol City

S Sofia Bianchi 1 min read

A tactical analysis in the EFL Championship. Original analysis published by Sky Sports.

Son - the EFL Championship
Son – the EFL Championship

The analysis

Let us examine a development in the EFL Championship that deserves thorough analysis. Roy Hodgson's return from retirement to take the reins at second-tier Bristol City for just seven games – 44 years after he left the team in 1982 – momentarily seemed like an April fool come six days early when it was announced last Friday.

The data and context reveal far more than the headline suggests.

Son - the EFL Championship
Son – the EFL Championship

Players mentioned

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Original source: Full reporting on this story is available at Sky Sports. This article summarises key facts from that report and adds context about the EFL Championship.

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Sofia Bianchi is Football Insider's Serie A specialist. A lifelong fan of Italian football, Sofia brings expert analysis on tactics, transfers, and the unique culture of calcio. She also covers the Italian national team.

Sofia Bianchi
Sofia Bianchi is Football Insider's Serie A specialist. A lifelong fan of Italian football, Sofia brings expert analysis on tactics, transfers, and the unique culture of calcio. She also covers the Italian national team.
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