Manning proud despite 'frustrating' loss

Liam Manning's side were on a seven-game unbeaten run and, despite losing at Turf Moor, are only outside the Championship play-off spots on goal difference

Bristol City boss Liam Manning was frustrated by his side's display in the 1-0 defeat against high-flying Burnley at Turf Moor, but praised their battling qualities.

Manning told BBC Radio Bristol: "You want to test yourself against a good team.

"I am proud of the lads for fighting to the end. The group have been terrific at that this season.

"Burnley are a very good side with great depth, but I know we are capable of playing better so that's why there is frustration there.

"We blocked shots, put our bodies on the line and kept going to the end but we were a sloppy at times and a bit careless with the ball.

"They created a lot of chances. As the games goes on, you think 'can we nick a point here', but it wasn't to be."