A licensable photograph from a 2022 Championship match between Bristol City and Stoke City has been published. The image captures a midfield duel between Stoke's Jordan Thompson and Bristol City's Joe Williams during the game at Ashton Gate on 17 December 2022.
The photograph, taken by Jeremy Landey of Focus Images, frames a moment of intense competition. Jordan Thompson, wearing Stoke City's colours, and Joe Williams, in Bristol City's kit, are seen contesting for the ball. The image is a tight action crop, focusing on the physical engagement between the two players. It was distributed by the picture agency Sipa USA and carries the credit Jeremy Landey/Focus Images Ltd/S. The original material included standard disclaimers about not verifying the content.
While the image is a snapshot from the past, Bristol City's current context is defined by their recent campaign. The club finished the 2025 Championship season in 12th place, accumulating 62 points from 46 matches. Their record was 17 wins, 11 draws, and 18 losses. Their final stretch of form was inconsistent, recorded as WLDLD. They scored 59 goals and conceded 59, resulting in a neutral goal difference. The gap to the top was substantial, finishing 33 points behind champions Coventry City.
Attention now turns to the new season and the immediate fixture list. Bristol City's next competitive match is an away trip to face Preston North End on 1 September 2026. Preston finished the previous season in 14th position, setting up a closely matched encounter early in the new campaign. Fans can track the build-up to this game and the full schedule on the club's fixtures page. The team's composition and player statistics are also available for review on our squad and stats sections.
Images like this serve as a reminder of the Championship's relentless, physical nature, a characteristic that remains unchanged. The 2022 season depicted was part of the club's ongoing journey in England's second tier. The current squad, continues to compete in the same demanding league. The club's league position and statistical profile, visible on our standings page, provide the modern framework for understanding their progress. The upcoming match against Preston represents the next step in that long-term narrative.
