Andros Townsend recalls funny Stoke City pitch-roller moment

Andros Townsend has looked back on a comical moment from a past trip to the bet365 Stadium, joking that his experience with a pitch roller made a Stoke away day memorable. The former England winger recalled the incident during a wider reflection on his career, offering a light-hearted perspective on a fixture that has often been challenging for visiting teams.

Townsend, now 35, did not specify the exact match but described the scene with amusement. "Stoke away wasn't so bad," he said. "I remember one time the pitch roller came out while we were warming up and nearly took a few of us out."

The anecdote comes as Stoke City are building positive momentum on the pitch under manager Mark Robins. The Potters sit seventh in the Championship table with 13 points from their opening eight matches, having won four, drawn one and lost three. Their recent form is a key reason for optimism, with the team unbeaten in five games and currently on a two-match winning streak.

That run includes a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Sheffield United last Saturday. Jack McGlynn and Sam Gallagher scored late goals to secure the three points, a result that typifies the team's current resilience. You can review the team's recent results and upcoming schedule on the club's fixtures page.

With 13 goals scored and 12 conceded so far, Stoke's attack is beginning to click, led by Ethan Galbraith who tops the scoring charts with three goals. The squad's depth and current confidence will be tested next when they travel to face 15th-placed Bolton Wanderers on October 10th.

Townsend's reminiscence serves as a reminder of the unique atmosphere and challenges once associated with a trip to Stoke, a reputation the current side is keen to build upon with results rather than folklore. The team's immediate focus is maintaining their place in the promotion-chasing pack, just four points behind league leaders Swansea City.

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