2020-21 Championship – Birmingham vs Stoke Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Birmingham vs Stoke kick off? Saturday 10th April 2021 – 15:00 (UK)
Where is Birmingham vs Stoke being played? St Andrew's Trillion Trophy Stadium, Birmingham
Where can I get tickets for Birmingham vs Stoke? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Birmingham vs Stoke on in the UK? Sky Sports have the rights to Championship matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Birmingham vs Stoke in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
BIRMINGHAM
Predicted line-up (3-4-1-2): Etheridge; Roberts, Dean, Pedersen; Colin, Gardner, Sunjic, Friend; Halilovic; Cosgrove, Hogan
Unavailable:
Questionable:
STOKE
Predicted line-up (3-5-2): Gunn; Chester, Souttar, Batth; Smith, Powell, Obi-Mikel, Thompson, Norrington-Davies; Brown, Fletcher
Unavailable: Campbell (Injured), Collins (Injured)
Questionable:
THE PREDICTION
Birmingham’s revival under new boss Lee Bowyer continued in their last game as they secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw away at automatic promotion chasing Brentford, leaving them now seven points above the drop zone. With two successive home victories under Bowyer, they head into this match vs Stoke at St Andrew’s full of confidence. For the visitors it feels very much like they are just playing this season out with nothing at stake in terms of relegation or promotion as they are sat firmly in midtable obscurity. This calls into question their commitment compared to the Birmingham players coming into this one with the hosts set to battle for every loose ball and compete at full-pelt in every 50-50 challenge. The importance of this match to the Blues could ultimately prove the difference here and Birmingham with home advantage in their favour may just do enough to edge what should be a tight contest.
