Birmingham City is set to host Derby County on Boxing Day at St. Andrew’s, looking to capitalize on their strong home performance amidst a challenging away record. Currently standing 14th in the Championship table, the Blues find themselves six points shy of the playoff spots and are eager to gain momentum during this crucial Christmas double-header, which also includes a clash against Southampton on Monday.
Despite their difficulties away from home, Birmingham boasts one of the best home records in the Championship, having secured six wins, three draws, and only one defeat in their ten home matches. This record highlights their potential to turn their fortunes around as they aim to improve their standing in the league.
On the other side, Derby County, managed by former Birmingham boss John Eustace, has established themselves as one of the top away teams in the league. The Rams have won half of their ten away fixtures, trailing only behind Coventry and Middlesbrough in terms of points earned on the road.
With Alex Dicken set to provide live updates from the match at St. Andrew’s, fans can expect an exciting encounter as both teams look to strengthen their positions in the Championship. The positive home form of Birmingham City could be key to their success, and this match presents an opportunity for the Blues to regain confidence and push towards their playoff ambitions.