Manning Praises Mehmeti’s Patience and Performance After Bristol City Victory

Following Bristol City’s 2-0 away victory against Norwich on Saturday, manager Liam Manning commended forward Anis Mehmeti for his performance, which included scoring a goal and hitting the post. Mehmeti, aged 23, secured his first start in four games during the match at Carrow Road, filling in due to Mark Sykes’ injury. This goal marked his second in two consecutive matches, building on his penalty scored in Tuesday’s loss to Sheffield United. Speaking to BBC Radio Bristol, Manning stated, “Anis has had to be a little bit patient, I know he’s been a little bit frustrated but I love him, he’s great to work with, desperate to do well, desperate to do better – I really want him to do well.” He further added praise for Mehmeti, remarking, “I thought he was excellent, his defensive work, but also his quality, the goal, another nearly moment as well. He’s a really important part of the squad.” Manning also expressed optimism about the return of additional players from injury following the international break, noting good progress from Sykes and Scott Twine. However, he anticipates defender Kal Naismith will be sidelined for “four to six weeks.”