Bristol City ended the day in fourth position in the WSL 2 table after coming from behind to secure a 4-2 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Ashton Gate.
Wolves took the lead in the seventh minute when Amber Hughes finished from close range after Jasmine Matthews headed the ball back across goal. Bristol City responded in the 23rd minute, with Katie Robinson firing into the top-right corner to level the score.
The hosts took control of the match just before half-time, with Brooke Aspin converting from close range after Gemma Lawley squared Dafeur’s delivery. Rio Hardy then added a third moments later, giving City a 3-1 advantage at the break.
Bristol City extended their lead in the 56th minute when Marine Dafeur found the net, firing into the top-left corner after Wolves failed to clear their lines. The goal marked her first for the club and put the hosts firmly in control.
City continued to create opportunities, with Malaika Meena striking the crossbar from distance before Esther Morgan tested Emily Orman. Wolves reduced the deficit in the 78th minute when Hughes scored her second of the afternoon, curling an effort into the top corner.
Despite the late goal, Bristol City managed the closing stages to secure all three points at Ashton Gate.
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The victory moves Bristol City into fourth place in the Barclays WSL2, with Charlotte Healy’s side now turning their attention to Wednesday’s Subway Players’ Cup fixture against Tottenham Hotspur. Wolves will also be in cup action, hosting WSL side Brighton & Hove Albion.
