2020-21 Championship – Rotherham vs Birmingham Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Rotherham vs Birmingham kick off? Sunday 18th April 2021 – 12:00 (UK)
Where is Rotherham vs Birmingham being played? AESSEAL New York Stadium, Rotherham
Where can I get tickets for Rotherham vs Birmingham? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Rotherham vs Birmingham 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 Rotherham vs Birmingham in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
ROTHERHAM
Predicted line-up (3-5-2): Johansson; Harding, Wood, A. MacDonald; Olosunde, Barlaser, Lindsay, Wiles, Giles; Ladapo, Smith
Unavailable: Mattock (Injured)
Questionable:
BIRMINGHAM
Predicted line-up (3-4-1-2): Etheridge; Roberts, Dean, Pedersen; Colin, Gardner, Sunjic, Friend; Halilovic; Cosgrove, Hogan
Unavailable:
Questionable:
THE PREDICTION
A third successive home win for Birmingham edged them further away from the dreaded drop zone last weekend, however defeat here away at 22nd-placed Rotherham would drag them right back into trouble. The Millers are coming off the back of a really disappointing 0-1 defeat vs Coventry this past Thursday and with just two days rest leading into this one, question marks have to be asked over their squad’s physical and mental ability to cope with another gruelling Championship fixture such as this one. Birmingham know that avoiding defeat is their biggest priority here and hence they are likely to set up defensively, soaking up pressure with a view to hitting the hosts on the break and taking advantage of any potential fatigue from the home side as the match goes on. When considering the form of the Blues under new boss Lee Bowyer, backing them double chance in this one may well prove the shrewd move.
