Millwall's Josh Coburn was the star of the show as he scored a brace in their Championship opener against Bristol City, a game that saw the Robins finish with ten men after midfielder Adam Randell was sent off. The game was a tale of two halves, with Millwall dominating the first half and Bristol City struggling to contain their opponents. The turning point came when Randell was dismissed for a second yellow card, which seemed to deflate the home side and allow Millwall to take control of the game. The first goal came from a low cross from Ryan Leonard, which Coburn volleyed near post, and the second came from a downward header from 10 yards, showcasing Coburn's ability to finish in the box. The result was a disappointment for Bristol City, who have now lost their first two home games under new boss Michael Skubala, and have yet to score a goal. The game also saw a number of controversial refereeing decisions, including a penalty claim from Coburn that was waved away by the referee, Lewis Smith. Despite the loss, Millwall's manager, Alex Neil, was pleased with his team's performance, praising their ability to move the ball well and show an abundance of quality. Neil also highlighted Coburn's performance, stating that he showed he can be one of the best strikers in the Championship. For Bristol City, Skubala was frustrated by the sending-off, which he felt changed the game and prevented his team from creating an equalizing opportunity. He also acknowledged the need for his new players to link and achieve cohesion, which he felt was starting to show before the sending-off. The result means that Millwall now have a perfect start to the season, while Bristol City will need to regroup and find a way to score goals if they are to avoid a difficult season ahead.
