Home > Sport > Football > Soccer > Derby County
Gianfranco Zola Looks Skyward as Bristol City vs. Watford Match is Postponed
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Bristol City FC
Gianfranco Zola Looks Skyward as Bristol City vs. Watford Match is Postponed
Watford Manger, Gianfranco Zola looks to the skies after referee Michael Naylor calls the game off - Photo mandatory by-line: Joe Meredith/JMP - 26/12/2012 - Bristol City v Watford - SPORT - FOOTBALL - Championship - Bristol - Ashton Gate Stadium -
Bristol City FC are a professional football club based in Bristol, England
Media ID 8298632
© Bristol City - All Rights Reserved
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> First Team
> Season 12-13
> Bristol City V Watford (Postponed)
> Sport
> Football
> Soccer
> Derby County
> Sport
> Football
> Soccer
> Watford
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image captured by Joe Meredith on the chilly December afternoon of the 26th, 2012, at Ashton Gate Stadium, the dejected figure of Gianfranco Zola, manager of Watford Football Club, gazes skyward as the referee, Michael Naylor, calls off the highly anticipated Championship match between Bristol City and Watford. The derby game, which promised to be a thrilling encounter between two formidable teams, was postponed due to a heavy downpour and a waterlogged pitch. Zola, a former Italian international and Chelsea legend, had led Watford to a promising start in the 2012-13 season, and the postponement of this fixture was a significant setback for the team. The Italian manager, renowned for his tactical acumen and charismatic leadership, stood motionless as the rain continued to pour, seemingly lost in thought as he contemplated the implications of the postponement on his team's title aspirations. The desolate scene at Ashton Gate Stadium, with the empty stands and the gloomy weather, only served to underscore the disappointment felt by both sets of fans and the teams. The postponement of the game was a reminder of the unpredictable nature of football and the challenges that come with managing a team in the Championship. Despite the setback, Zola and his team would rally and continue their impressive form in the following matches, eventually securing a place in the playoffs. The memory of this rainy December day, however, would remain etched in the minds of fans and pundits alike as a poignant reminder of the unpredictability and resilience of the beautiful game.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
