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Southampton (Saints) are traveling to Ashton Gate to face Bristol City in a Championship match on Tuesday night. It’s a crucial game for Southampton, who are looking to climb the table. Defender Elias Jelert is a doubt due to a thigh injury, and Joshua Quarshie’s availability is also uncertain. Bristol City forward Emil Riis is a key threat. The match will be broadcast on Sky Sports. Southampton’s manager, Will Still, is hoping for his team to translate their positive performances into wins.

News Article:

Saints Hit the Road to Face Bristol City in Crucial Championship Clash

Bristol, UK – Southampton will travel to Ashton Gate tonight to take on Bristol City in a Sky Bet Championship encounter with both teams eager to secure a vital three points. The match, kicking off at 8 pm BST, is a crucial one for Will Still’s side, who are looking to climb the Championship table after a somewhat inconsistent start to the season.

Saints supporters unable to make the trip can catch the action live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event.

Manager Still faces selection headaches ahead of the game, with defender Elias Jelert a major doubt after suffering a thigh injury in the previous match against Swansea. Joshua Quarshie’s fitness is also uncertain. Still remains positive, stating, “The more games the more opportunities we have to go again. Hopefully, we play as well as we did on Saturday and are rewarded for what we’re trying to do.”

Bristol City, currently sitting four points above Southampton, will pose a significant threat, particularly through their in-form Danish striker Emil Riis, who has four goals in ten games, and a exciting performance by Leo Scienza may make him one to watch.

Historically, Southampton hold the advantage in head-to-head meetings, with 26 wins to Bristol City’s 17. However, City will be looking to build on their home form this season.

Southampton will be sporting their changed away strip: a yellow and blue striped shirt with blue shorts and yellow socks.

For those unable to attend or watch the match, live updates will be available on the official Saints app and social media channels.

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