QPR Keep 0-0 Draw vs Bolton, Bonham Saves

Queens Park Rangers and Bolton Wanderers drew 0-0 on 22 August 2026. Jack Bonham made nine saves, including a third-minute stop of Kwame Poku, to secure the point for Bolton. QPR dominated possession but failed to convert chances.

23 Aug 2026

Updated 25 Aug 2026 By Robert Ellwood · senior correspondent

Match Overview

Queens Park Rangers and Bolton Wanderers finished the Championship fixture at the QPR Stadium with a 0-0 draw on 22 August 2026. The hosts, who had 17 shots on target, were unable to break the deadlock against a Bolton defence that registered 27 clearances.

Key Moments

In the third minute, Bolton goalkeeper Jack Bonham saved a low effort from QPR striker Kwame Poku, setting the tone for a match dominated by defensive work. After the restart, QPR introduced Dennis Cirkin, Tariq Lamptey and Rumarn Burrell, but the visitors continued to press. Bonham’s nine saves, including early stops from Poku and repeated denials from Harvey Vale, proved decisive for Bolton.

Statistical Highlights

QPR completed 83.1 % of passes, yet their cross accuracy was only 13.8 %, leaving their dominance unproductive. Bolton managed only two shots on target, a statistic that highlighted their defensive focus. The match saw QPR force nine corners to two, but no breakthrough.

Both teams remain unbeaten on four points in the Championship. QPR will travel to Blackburn next, while Bolton host Lincoln City.