An uninvited guest from the woods: Squirrel nearly disrupts Hull vs Bristol City Championship clash
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
The showdown at the MKM Stadium between Hull City and Bristol City will be etched in the memories of fans for a long time.
Details: The meeting of two promotion hopefuls turned into a gripping thriller with an unexpected star—the bushy-tailed squirrel. The tiny creature managed to halt play twice, becoming a major headache for both stewards and players.
The drama was heightened when the squirrel made its first dash onto the pitch at the worst possible moment for the hosts. In the 54th minute, Emil Riis put the visitors ahead 3-1, and right then the rodent burst onto the turf, interrupting Hull City’s attempts at a comeback.
The first stoppage lasted three minutes and quickly turned into a comedy: stewards desperately tried to catch the nimble creature, who showcased some dazzling agility. But just as play resumed, the squirrel returned for an encore—causing even more mayhem.
It’s worth noting that the match itself ended in a dramatic 3-2 victory for Bristol.
Reminder: The La Liga match between Sevilla and Girona has been canceled.
