Birmingham vs West Brom predictions for Friday’s Championship clash at St. Andrew’s. The latest edition of the West Midlands Derby is on this Friday. With both teams in the top half of the table, who will prevail? Read on for our free Championship predictions and betting tips.
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Match Live Friday, 6th October at 8:00 pm In:
Birmingham vs West Bromwich Albion Predictions
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The West Midlands Showdown
Key Stats
– West Brom are on a fiery away streak, remaining unbeaten in their last four Championship travels.
– John Swift, West Brom’s midfield dynamo, has netted four times in his previous eight league appearances.
On the eve of another riveting Championship fixture, Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion are set to lock horns. Both these storied West Midlands outfits have surged their way into the top echelons of the Championship league table, amassing a respective 15 and 16 points from their opening 10 games.
For Birmingham, the path has been anything but smooth. With the weight of club takeovers and swirling rumours about John Eustace’s potential move to Rangers, they’ve had their share of off-pitch distractions. Despite such challenges, the local hero and boss remains undeterred in his loyalty to St Andrew’s. However, their campaign in the 2023-24 season hit a bit of a snag with a five-game winless spell, which was thankfully interrupted by a resounding 4-1 victory over Huddersfield Town.
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West Brom, on the other hand, find themselves in an uncannily similar boat, albeit for different reasons. As they await news on a new owner, Carlos Corberan has proven his mettle by guiding the Baggies into a promising position. The team, riding high on a five-match unbeaten streak, have recently secured notable victories against formidable opponents such as Preston North End and Sheffield Wednesday.
Top Players Making the Difference
While each team boasts its star-studded line-up, certain players have risen above the rest. For Birmingham, Siriki Dembélé and Jay Stansfield, both with three goals each, have been crucial. John Swift of West Brom has been particularly influential, finding the net five times already. He’s not just a goal-scoring machine; his responsibility extends to taking penalties, further establishing his vital role in the team.
Predictions Galore
1. Match Outcome Prediction – Draw The ‘win-draw-away’ market is always one of the first go-to’s for punters and this particular fixture offers an intriguing clash of forms. Birmingham City are heading into this game off the back of an emphatic 4-1 triumph over Huddersfield Town, ending their five-game winless streak. Conversely, West Bromwich Albion have found form with a five-match unbeaten run and have been particularly impressive on the road, remaining undefeated in their last four Championship away games. Although both teams have shown sporadic brilliance, there’s a substantial argument for a draw. With Birmingham’s unbeaten home record this season and West Brom’s resilient away form, a levelled scoreline seems a plausible outcome.
2. Correct Score Prediction – 1-1 Digging deeper into the performances of both teams and aligning that with the suggested outcome of a draw, a 1-1 scoreline feels like a realistic expectation. Birmingham City, despite their recent high-scoring win, have struggled with consistency in front of goal. The Blues have netted just two times in their last five league outings prior to the Huddersfield match. West Brom, on the other hand, have been defensively solid, only letting in five goals from their previous five away games. Given these statistics and the high stakes nature of the match, both teams are likely to find the net, but might not do so prolifically.
3. Goalscorer Prediction – John Swift While both teams boast players capable of moments of brilliance, one player has stood out in the lead-up to this fixture: West Brom’s John Swift. Swift has been a central figure for the Baggies, netting four goals in his last eight league appearances. Additionally, it’s worth noting that Swift is the designated penalty taker for West Brom. Given Birmingham’s recent defensive vulnerabilities and Swift’s form, it’s likely he could be the one to score for West Brom in this contest.
4. Corner Prediction – West Brom to have more corners, with a total of 9 corners in the game Delving into the realm of set-pieces, corners offer another exciting market to explore. Analysing the recent performances, West Brom have averaged 5.1 corners per game, while Birmingham are a tad behind at 4.2. Given West Brom’s attacking impetus and the likelihood of them pushing for an away win, it’s plausible they’ll edge Birmingham in terms of corners won. Combining the two team’s averages and factoring in the game’s importance in the context of their promotion bids, we could anticipate a total of around 9 corners in the match, with West Brom claiming the majority.
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