Championship Match Postponed: Bristol City vs Watford - Ashton Gate: Sign on Pitch

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Championship Match Postponed: Bristol City vs Watford - Ashton Gate: Sign on Pitch

Sign placed on the pitch at Ashton Gate after the game was called off - Photo mandatory by-line: Dougie Allward/JMP - 26/12/2012 - SPORT - FOOTBALL - Ashton Gate - Bristol - Bristol City v Watford - Championship

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2012 Boxing Day Champtionship Watford 12 13

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This evocative image captures the disappointment and anticipation that hung in the air at Ashton Gate on Boxing Day, 2012, as the Championship match between Bristol City and Watford was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. The sign, placed prominently on the sodden turf, bore the grim news that the long-awaited clash between the two teams would have to be rescheduled. The Old Boys and Girls of Bristol City Football Club, bundled up against the cold and damp, looked on with a mix of frustration and understanding, knowing all too well the unpredictable nature of British weather and the impact it can have on the beautiful game. The first team's season 12-13 campaign, which had already seen its fair share of ups and downs, would have to wait for another day to continue its narrative. The atmosphere at Ashton Gate that day was a poignant reminder of the passion and dedication that fans bring to the table, rain or shine, as they rally behind their team through thick and thin. This photograph, captured by Dougie Allward/JMP, encapsulates the essence of football culture and the indomitable spirit of the fans, making it a must-have for any collection of Championship Football memorabilia.

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