Brighton suffered yet another defeat on the road, this time to a revitalised Plymouth side with former City midfielder Lilian Nalis scoring his first goal for the club.
Derby County managed a draw with Watford, Al Bangura grabbing a dramatic injury time equaliser for the home side.
Millwall were the only side to below City to grab 3 points, a late Marvin Williams winner earning them a fantastic victory at home to high flying Luton.
City remain 8 points above the drop zone after Saturday's games, 6 points above Sheffield Wednesday.