January 8th features a match where Bristol City will play host to Swansea City in a clash of the FA Cup. Weather on match day is looking like a windy and cool day, with daytime temperatures of only 6 degrees, which will make playing unpleasant. In their last match, Bristol City recorded a 1-1 draw against Coventry City. Jake Bidwell scored the first goal for Coventry City in the 12th minute, but Antoine Semenyo got the equalizer for Bristol City in the 28th minute earning Bristol City at least a draw. They’re hoping to improve on their recent performance, having lost 4 of their last 10, while swansea City is fresh off their 1-2 loss against Burnley. Ian Maatsen scored the first goal for Burnley in the 12th minute, then Ian Maatsen added another in the 22nd minute. Swansea City looks to improve on their recent performance, having earned only 8 points in their last 10 matches.
This match will be the first time these two teams face eachother this season. Last season Swansea City won the head to head battle with 2 wins.
Swansea City is lucky enough to have a few offensive weapons, with Liam Cullen and Joel Piroe each having 3 goals in their last five. Bristol City hasn’t been successful in netting any goals lately. Their top scorers in the last 5 matches are Cameron Pring and Joe Williams, and they each have 1 goal.