Birmingham City: Videos For The 2024/25 Season – January 2025

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die.

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

Below you will find interviews etc. regarding Blues for September 2024 of the 2024/25 season.  You can see all the months in full here.

January 2025

On the 1st of January, 2025, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about his side’s performance as Blues were held to a 1 – 1 draw against Stockport County on New Year’s Day.

On the 1st of January, 2025, Krystian Bielik spoke to Blues T.V. about his side’s 1 – 1  draw on New Year’s Day.

Extended highlights of our 1 – 1 draw with Stockport County, as Alfie May’s eighth league goal of the season saw Blues pick up a valuable away point.

On the 4th of January, 2025, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our 3 – 0 win over Wigan Athletic took us back to the top of  League One.

On the 4th of January, 2025, Alfie May spoke to Blues T.V. about his 10th and 11th goals of the season that took us back to the summit of League One.

Extended highlights of our comprehensive 3 – 0 win over Wigan Athletic that sent us back to the top of League One.

On the 11th of January, 2025, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about how goals from Ayumu Yokoyama and Lyndon Dykes saw us progress to the Fourth Round of the F.A. Cup.

On the 11th of January, 2025, Lyndon Dykes spoke to Blues T.V. about arguably scoring the goal of the season in our 2 – 1 win over Lincoln City in the Third Round of the F.A. Cup.

Extended highlights of our 2 – 1 win over Lincoln City, as goals from Ayumu Yokoyama and Lyndon Dykes sent us through to the Fourth Round of the F.A. Cup.

On the 14th of January, 2025, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about Swindon Town’s own goal and a stunning strike from Ayumu Yokoyama that saw us progress to the Quarter-Finals of the E.F.L. Trophy.

On the 14th of January, 2025, Alfons Sampsted spoke to Blues T.V. about our 2 – 1 victory over Swindon Town in the E.F.L. Trophy.

Extended highlights of our 2 – 1 win over Swindon Town in Round Three of the E.F.L. trophy. 

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The Birmingham City Club logo shown at the top of this page is the copyright of Birmingham City F.C. and came from their social media pages.  

 

Birmingham City F.C. – Official website.  

Birmingham City on Facebook  – Official Facebook page.

Birmingham City on Twitter – Official Twitter page.

Birmingham City on Instagram – Official Instagram page.

Birmingham City on YouTube – Official YouTube page.

Blues Store  – Official club store website.

Birmingham City Foundation – Official website.

Nike – Official website.

Undefeated – Official website. 

Birmingham City: Videos For The 2024/25 Season – December 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die.

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

Below you will find interviews etc. regarding Blues for September 2024 of the 2024/25 season.  You can see all the months in full here.

December 2024 

On the 1st of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after goals from Lyndon Dykes and Lukas Jutkiewicz saw us progress to the Third Round of the F.A. Cup.

On the 1st of December, 2024, Lyndon Dykes spoke to Blues T.V. after the striker bagged his second goal for the Club, helping us to progress to the Third Round of the F.A. Cup.

Extended highlights of our 2 – 1 victory over Blackpool in the Second Round of the F.A. Cup, courtesy of goals from Lyndon Dykes and Lukas Jutkiewicz.

On the 4th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after our 2 – 0 win over Stockport County, making it three wins in a row in all competitions.

On the 4th of December, 2024, Alfie May spoke to Blues T.V. after his brilliant brace sealed the points over Stockport County.

Extended highlights of our 2 – 0 win over Stockport County, where a brace from Alfie May continued our unbeaten home run.

On the 7th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after our excellent 2 – 1 victory over Barnsley, courtesy of a Jay Stansfield brace.

On the 7th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after his brilliant brace helped us to three points against Barnsley.

Extended highlights of our 2 – 1 win over Barnsley in League One as a Jay Stansfield double made it four wins in a row.

On the 10th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after goals from Luke Harris and Keshi Anderson saw us progress to the Round of 16 in the E.F.L. Trophy.

On the 10th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after an impressive individual and team performance in our E.F.L. Trophy win over Exeter City.

Extended highlights of our 2 – 1 win over Exeter City in the E.F.L. Trophy as Luke Harris and Keshi Anderson ensured we booked our place in the last 16 of the tournament.

On the 14th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our sixth successive victory in all competitions, as goals from Lee Buchanan and Jay Stansfield sealed the points.

On the 14th of December, 2024, Lee Buchanan spoke to Blues T.V. about his first start in seven months and his first goal in the royal blue helped make it six wins in a row.

Extended highlights of our comprehensive 2 – 0 victory over Bristol Rovers at St. Andrew’s.

On the 23rd of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our hard-fought 1 – 0 win over Crawley Town, making it seven wins in a row in all competitions. 

On the 23rd of December, 2024, Keshi Anderson spoke to Blues T.V. after his assist for Jay Stansfield helped us record a SEVENTH straight win in all competitions.

Extended highlights of our 1 – 0 victory over Crawley Town, making it seven wins in a row in all competitions and taking us to the summit of the League One table.

On the 26th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about his side making it EIGHT straight wins in all competitions.

On the 26th of December, 2024, Willum Willumsson spoke to Blues T.V. about us making it EIGHT straight wins in all competitions.

Extended highlights of our 2 – 0 victory over Burton Albion, as a Jay Stansfield penalty and own goal made it EIGHT wins in a row in all competitions.

On the 29th of December, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about his side being forced to settle for a point against Blackpool.

On the 29th of December, 2024, Ryan Allsop spoke to Blues T.V. about how we kept our ninth league clean sheet of the season.

Extended highlights of our game with Blackpool, where another point kept us top of the table.

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Notes And Links

The Birmingham City Club logo shown at the top of this page is the copyright of Birmingham City F.C. and came from their social media pages.  

 

Birmingham City F.C. – Official website.  

Birmingham City on Facebook  – Official Facebook page.

Birmingham City on Twitter – Official Twitter page.

Birmingham City on Instagram – Official Instagram page.

Birmingham City on YouTube – Official YouTube page.

Blues Store  – Official club store website.

Birmingham City Foundation – Official website.

Nike – Official website.

Undefeated – Official website. 

Birmingham City: News For The 2024/25 Season – November 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die. 

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

I was, like any Blue Nose, downhearted when  Blues were sadly relegated to League One but as soon as that heart ache was over I was looking forward to the new football season straight away, even more so now with the appointment of new manager Chris Davies

Giving everything that as happened to us over the recent years under the chinese ownership I think relegation wasn’t a bad thing.  We start the new season with a clean slate and it means we can get rid of the dead wood and rebuild stronger.  This is going to be an exciting season with exciting things happening on and off the pitch and they started as soon as last season ended. 

Together with Tom Wagner and co., our new manager and our players old and new, ALL Blues fans need to get 100% behind them and give it our all and all we ask is we get the same back in return.

Below you will mainly find news that relate to our owners, the staff and the first team squad going on off the pitch  For lots more news including the Women’s team and under 21’s team etc. click here.  

November 2024

Blues Handed Blackpool Trip In The F.A. Cup Second Round

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Blues Handed Blackpool Trip In The F.A. Cup Second Round.

On the 7th of November, 2024 Blues found out they will travel to Blackpool in the F.A. Cup Second Round.
 

Chris Davies’ Men’s First Team were paired with the League One Seasiders in Sunday night’s live draw.

The tie is scheduled to be played between Friday the 29th of November and Monday the 2nd of December, with fixture information and ticket details for the trip to Bloomfield Road to be confirmed in due course.

What’s On At Birmingham City’s Remembrance Matchday.

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The Birmingham City club logo shown at the top of this page and other photos is the copyright of Birmingham City F.C. and comes from their social media pages and website as does the information given as shown. 

Any subsequent information is from Wikipedia.

Wikipedia content is subject to change. 

Birmingham City F.C. – Official website.  

Birmingham City on Facebook  – Official Facebook page.

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Birmingham City on Instagram – Official Instagram page.

Birmingham City on YouTube – Official YouTube page.

Blues Store  – Official club store website.

Birmingham City Foundation – Official website.

Nike – Official website.

Undefeated – Official website. 

Birmingham City: Videos For The 2024/25 Season – November 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die.

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

Below you will find interviews etc. regarding Blues for September 2024 of the 2024/25 season.  You can see all the months in full here.

November 2024 

On the 3rd of November, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our First Round win over Sutton United in the F.A. Cup.

On the 3rd of November, 2024, Christoph Klarer spoke to Blues T.V. about our 1 – 0 victory over Sutton United in the First Round of the F.A.  Cup.

Extended highlights of our 1 – 0 victory over Sutton United, where Willum Willumsson’s strike sent us through to the Second Round of the F.A. Cup to face Blackpool.

On the 9th of November, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about his thoughts following our 1 – 1 draw with Northampton Town in League One.

On the 9th of November, 2024, Ethan Laird spoke to Blues T.V. about his thoughts after Blues drew 1 – 1 with Northampton Town.

Extended highlights of our 1 – 1 draw with Northampton Town in League One.

On the 23rd of November, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after our 3  -2 defeat to Shrewsbury Town.

On the 23rd of November, 2024, Jay Stansfield spoke to Blues T.V. after scoring his fifth league goal of the season and looks ahead to our next game against Exeter City.

Extended highlights of our trip to Shrewsbury Town in League One.

On the 26th of November, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. after our impressive 2 – 0 win over Exeter City. 

On the 26th of November, 2024, Alex Cochrane spoke to Blues T.V. after our impressive 2 – 0 victory over Exeter City in League One.

Extended highlights of our impressive 2 – 0 win over Exeter City in League One.

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Notes And Links

The Birmingham City Club logo shown at the top of this page is the copyright of Birmingham City F.C. and came from their social media pages.  

 

Birmingham City F.C. – Official website.  

Birmingham City on Facebook  – Official Facebook page.

Birmingham City on Twitter – Official Twitter page.

Birmingham City on Instagram – Official Instagram page.

Birmingham City on YouTube – Official YouTube page.

Blues Store  – Official club store website.

Birmingham City Foundation – Official website.

Nike – Official website.

Undefeated – Official website. 

Birmingham City: Videos For The 2024/25 Season – October 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die.

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

Below you will find interviews etc. regarding Blues for September 2024 of the 2024/25 season.  You can see all the months in full here.

October 2024 

On the 1st of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our SEVENTH win in a row, after Alfie May’s goal helped us see off The Terriers 1 – 0 at St. Andrew’s.

On the 1st of October, 2024, Alfie May spoke to Blues T.V. about scoring his fifth goal of the season, ensuring we made it SEVEN WINS out of seven.

Extended highlights of our 1 – 0 win over Huddersfield Town at St. Andrew’s, as Alfie May’s close-range finish made it SEVEN wins in a row.

On the 5th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our first league defeat of the season at the hands of Charlton Athletic.

On the 5th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about the 1 – 0 loss to Charlton Athletic.

Highlights of our trip to The Valley where we fell to our first defeat of the season.

Paik Seung-Ho’s Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 7th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City midfielder Paik Seung-Ho sat down with Blues T.V. to talk about signing a contract extension to keep him at Blues until at least June 2028.

This is great news.

On the 8th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about witnessing his side deliver an impressive 4 – 0 victory over Shrewsbury Town in the E.F.L. Trophy.

On the 8th of October, 2024, Scott Wright spoke to Blues T.V. about scoring two and assisting one in our 4 – 0 victory over Shrewsbury Town in the E.F.L. Trophy.

Extended highlights of our 4 – 0 win over Shrewsbury Town at Croud Meadow, as a double from Scott Wright helped us to a crucial three points in the E.F.L. Trophy.

Keshi Anderson’s Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 9th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City midfielder Keshi Anderson sat down with Blues T.V. to talk about signing a contract extension to secure his future to the Club until at least June 2026.

This is great news.

Ethan Laird’s Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 11th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City defender Ethan Laird sat down with Blues T.V. to talk about his delight at signing a contract extension with the Club, until at least June 2028.

This is great news and a great interview. I like Ethan and his cheerful personality a lot.  Playing first-team football or not he is an important man to have at the club to boost morale and lift people up.

On the 19th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our impressive victory over Lincoln City, cementing our place at the top of League One.

On the 19th of October, 2024, Ryan Allsop spoke to Blues T.V. about how his penalty-saving heroics helped us to a 3 -1 victory over Lincoln City.

 Extended highlights of our 3 – 1 win over Lincoln City, which included a double for Keshi Anderson and another goal for Willum Willumsson.

On the 22nd of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our impressive 2 – 0 victory over Bolton Wanderers, keeping us at the summit of Sky Bet League One. 

On the 22nd of October, 2024, Ben Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about another impressive individual and team performance, after goals from Tomoki Iwata and Jay Stansfield kept us at the summit of League One.

Extended highlights of our comprehensive 2 – 0 victory over Bolton Wanderers, courtesy of goals from Tomoki Iwata and Jay Stansfield.

On the 26th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our 1 – 1 draw with Mansfield Town, after a strike from Willum Willumsson was cancelled out by  Mansfield’s free-kick.

On the 26th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about scoring his fourth goal of the season in our 1 – 1 draw with Mansfield Town.

Extended highlights of our 1 – 1 draw with Mansfield Town in League One, with Willum Willumsson’s fourth goal of the season not enough to secure all three points for Birmingham City.

On the 29th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our 7 – 1 victory over Fulham Under-21’s in the E.F.L. Trophy Southern Section Group A, courtesy of goals from nearly half the team.

On the 29th of October, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our resounding 7-1 victory over Fulham Under-21’s in the E.F.L. Trophy Southern Section Group A.

Highlights of our 7 – 1 win over Fulham Under-21’s in the E.F.L. Trophy Southern Section Group A.

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Notes And Links

The Birmingham City Club logo shown at the top of this page is the copyright of Birmingham City F.C. and came from their social media pages.  

 

Birmingham City F.C. – Official website.  

Birmingham City on Facebook  – Official Facebook page.

Birmingham City on Twitter – Official Twitter page.

Birmingham City on Instagram – Official Instagram page.

Birmingham City on YouTube – Official YouTube page.

Blues Store  – Official club store website.

Birmingham City Foundation – Official website.

Nike – Official website.

Undefeated – Official website. 

Birmingham City: News For The 2024/25 Season – October 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die. 

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

I was, like any Blue Nose, downhearted when  Blues were sadly relegated to League One but as soon as that heart ache was over I was looking forward to the new football season straight away, even more so now with the appointment of new manager Chris Davies

Giving everything that as happened to us over the recent years under the chinese ownership I think relegation wasn’t a bad thing.  We start the new season with a clean slate and it means we can get rid of the dead wood and rebuild stronger.  This is going to be an exciting season with exciting things happening on and off the pitch and they started as soon as last season ended. 

Together with Tom Wagner and co., our new manager and our players old and new, ALL Blues fans need to get 100% behind them and give it our all and all we ask is we get the same back in return.

Below you will mainly find news that relate to our owners, the staff and the first team squad going on off the pitch  For lots more news including the Women’s team and under 21’s team etc. click here

October 2024

Midfielder Paik Seung-Ho Announcement

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Midfielder Paik Seung-Ho Announcement.

On the 7th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Paik Seung-Ho extending his Blues contract.

The 27-year-old midfielder, who joined in January following the conclusion of three years playing for Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors, has committed his future to Birmingham City until at least June 2028.
 
This comes a week after the 17-time South Korean international was named in his nation’s 26-player squad for their A.F.C. Third Round 2026 F.I.F.A. World Cup Qualification matches against Jordan and Iraq.
 
This is great news.

Paik Seung Ho’s Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 7th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City midfielder Paik Seung-Ho sat down with Blues T.V. to talk about signing a contract extension to keep him at Blues until at least June 2028.
 

Watch the video here.

Midfielder Keshi Anderson Announcement

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Midfielder Keshi Anderson Announcement.

On the 9th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Keshi Anderson extending his Blues contract.

The 29-year-old attacking-midfielder, who is enjoying his second season at St. Andrew’s has agreed to an extra year on his current deal, keeping him at the Football Club until at least June 2026.
 
Chris Davies has utilised him in all but one of the Men’s First Team’s League One matches, using him from the start as six points were taken from August’s away trips to Wycombe Wanderers and Leyton Orient.
 
In the latter, Birmingham City’s no.14 scored his first goal wearing royal blue, finishing from a tight angle at the Gaughan Group Stadium.
 
This is great news.

Keshi Anderson’s Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 9th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City midfielder Keshi Anderson sat down with Blues T.V. to talk about signing a contract extension to secure his future with the Club until at least June 2026.

 

Watch the video here.

Defender Ethan Laird Announcement

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Defender Ethan Laird Announcement.

On the 11th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Ethan Laird extending his Blues contract.

The 23-year-old defender, who completed a permanent move from Manchester United last summer, has followed teammate Paik Seung-Ho in pledging his future to Birmingham City until June 2028.
 
This adds two further years to the flying full-back’s existing deal as he makes good progress towards his return to action after sustaining an ankle injury in the second-half of August’s Sky Bet League One win over Wigan Athletic.
 
That was his sixth appearance, each as a starter, across all competitions as Chris Davies’ Men’s First Team enjoyed a strong opening to the 2024/25 season, including three victories away from St. Andrew’s.
 
This is great news.  This is great news.   I like Ethan and his cheerful personality a lot.  Playing first-team football or not he is an important man to have at the club to boost morale and lift people up.

Ethan Laird’s Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 11th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City defender Ethan Laird sat down with Blues T.V. to talk about his delight at signing a contract extension with the Club, until at least June 2028.

 

Watch the video here.

Blues Handed F.A. Cup Trip To Non-League Sutton United In The First Round

Blues Handed F.A. Cup Trip To Non-League Sutton United In The First Round
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Blues Handed F.A. Cup Trip To Non-League Sutton United In The First Round.

On the 14th of October, 2024,  Birmingham City found out who they will play in the first round of the F.A. Cup.

Chris Davies’ Men’s First Team were pitted against Sutton United in Monday evening’s televised draw. 

Sutton, managed by Steve Morison, are currently ninth in the Vanarama National League

The tie will be played between Friday the 1st of November and Monday the 4th of November, with fixture information and ticket details for the trip to the VBS Community Stadium to be confirmed in due course.

Date And Time Confirmed For Blues F.A. Cup First Round Game Against Sutton United

Date And Time Confirmed For Blues F.A. Cup First Round Game Against Sutton United
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Date And Time Confirmed For Blues F.A. Cup First Round Game Against Sutton United.

 

Birmingham City will visit the VBS Community Stadium on Sunday 3 November, kick-off 12:30 p.m.  The game is to be broadcast live on ITV and ITVX.

Ticket details for the away fixture will be confirmed in due course.

 

Announcement Regarding The Third Blues Open House In November

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The Third Blues Open House In November Announcement. 

On the 18th of October, 2024, the club made an announcement to Blues fans regarding the details for the third Blues Open House on Wednesday the 13th of November, 2024, hosted by Garry Cook. The theme of the evening is Growth.

The event will be shown live on Blues T.V.  Invites will be issued over the next seven days.

New Date Set For Birmingham City’s Match Away To Exeter City

New Date Set For Birmingham City's Match Away To Exeter City
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New Date Set For Birmingham City’s Match Away To Exeter City.

On the 22nd of October, 2024, the club confirmed that a new date had been set for Birmingham City’s match away to Exeter City.

The fixture, initially scheduled for September, was postponed due to Birmingham City receiving the required number of international call-ups.

Chris Davies’ Men’s First Team will now travel to St James Park on Tuesday 26 November, kick-off 7:45pm.

The Birmingham City Foundation Talking Clubs Announcement

The Birmingham City Foundation Talking Clubs Announcement
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The Birmingham City Foundation Talking Clubs Announcement.

On the 22nd of October, 2024, the club made an announcement to Blues fans regarding the launch of a new mental health provision called The Birmingham City Foundation Talking Clubs.  It is a group that meets every week and harnesses the power of talking to tackle the stresses and difficulties of everyday life.

Hosted at the recently launched Community Hub, just 80 yards from St. Andrew’s on Emmeline Street, the Foundation is partnering with Samaritans Birmingham to offer a safe space for Birmingham City supporters to share their problems and receive the support they may need.

The current situation in Birmingham is that one in five local people are suffering from depression, and one in 15 people will have suicidal thoughts in their lifetime.  The goal of the Foundation Talking Club is to give those in the fanbase who are struggling a support mechanism.

Lifelong Blues fan, Wayne Curran, was part of a team that spearheaded a similar campaign at Jaguar Land Rover, which has won awards for its impact and which the company has now rolled out across the world. Curran, alongside professionals from Samaritans Birmingham, will be leading the Foundation Talking Clubs and using their experience to help supporters.

Launching on Tuesday the 5th of November, 2024 at 6: 30 p.m., and running every Tuesday (excluding Men’s First Team matchdays), the Foundation Talking Club is available to all who are affected by mental health issues, completely free of charge.

Attendees will be under no obligation or pressure to share their story at the Foundation Talking Clubs, with Wayne and his team also highlighting that listening and understanding the stories of others is an integral part of the healing journey.

This is a great initiative from the club.

The English Football League Recognise Birmingham City’s Landmark Match

The English Football League Recognise Birmingham City's Landmark Match
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The English Football League Recognise Birmingham City’s Landmark Match.

Pictured are Trevor Birch (left) and Garry Cook.

On the 23rd of October, 2024, the club confirmed The English Football League (E.F.L.) formally congratulated Birmingham City on playing their 5,000th league match. 

Blues became the 11th club to reach the milestone back in September and marked the landmark occasion by beating Rotherham United 0 – 2 in League One thanks to goals from Tomoki Iwata and Jay Stansfield.

At half-time of the recent victory over Bolton Wanderers, E.F.L. Chief Executive Officer, Trevor Birch, presented Board Member and Chief Executive Officer, Garry Cook, with an award to celebrate Birmingham joining the select group.

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The Birmingham City club logo shown at the top of this page and other photos is the copyright of Birmingham City F.C. and comes from their social media pages and website as does the information given as shown. 

Any subsequent information is from Wikipedia.

Wikipedia content is subject to change. 

Birmingham City F.C. – Official website.  

Birmingham City on Facebook  – Official Facebook page.

Birmingham City on Twitter – Official Twitter page.

Birmingham City on Instagram – Official Instagram page.

Birmingham City on YouTube – Official YouTube page.

Blues Store  – Official club store website.

Birmingham City Foundation – Official website.

Nike – Official website.

Undefeated – Official website. 

Birmingham City: Videos For The 2024/25 Season – September 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die.

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

Below you will find interviews etc. regarding Blues for September 2024 of the 2024/25 season.  You can see all the months in full here.

September 2024 

On the 3rd of September, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our E.F.L. Trophy opener against Walsall.

On the 3rd of September, 2024, Christoph Klarer spoke to Blues T.V. about his joy at scoring his first Blues goal, despite a 3 – 4 penalties defeat to Walsall in the E.F.L. Trophy opener against Walsall.

Extended highlights of Birmingham City’s clash with Walsall in the E.F.L. Trophy with the visitors taking the extra point, after winning 4 – 3 on penalties.

On the 14th of September, 2024, Birmingham City midfielder, Tomoki Iwata, and forward Ayumu Yokoyama sat down with Blues T.V. and Tribal Football journalist Shunsuke Ide to discuss Japan’s growing influence on European football. 

On the 16th of September, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our fourth league win in a row after the 3 – 1 victory over Wrexham.

On the 16th of September, 2024, Jay Stansfield spoke to Blues T.V. about scoring a double on his league return for Blues, helping seal a 3 – 1 win over Wrexham.

On the 16th of September, 2024,  Alex Cochrane spoke to Blues T.V. about our 3 – 1 win over Wrexham.

Extended highlights of our 3 – 1 over Wrexham, which included highlights such as the Jay Stansfield double, a Tomoki Iwata cracker and Krystian Bielik owning James McClean.

On the 21st of September, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our 2 – 0 win over Rotherham United, after goals from Tomoki Iwata and Jay Stansfield extended our unbeaten league run to six.

On the 21st of September, 2024, Ben Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our our 2 – 0 win over Rotherham United, after making his first league start of the season.

Extended highlights of Blues’ 2 – 0 win over Rotherham United, after goals from Tomoki Iwata and Jay Stansfield extended our unbeaten league run to SIX.

On the 28th of September, 2024, Chris Davies spoke to Blues T.V. about our dramatic 3 – 2 win over Peterborough United.

On the 28th of September, 2024, Krystian Bielik and Christoph Klarer spoke to Blues T.V. about our dramatic 3 – 2 victory over Peterborough United.

Extended highlights of our 3 – 2 win over Peterborough United, after an own goal and goals from Willum Willumsson and Krystian Bielik made it SIX WINS in a row.

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Birmingham City: News For The 2024/25 Season – September 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die. 

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

I was, like any Blue Nose, downhearted when  Blues were sadly relegated to League One but as soon as that heart ache was over I was looking forward to the new football season straight away, even more so now with the appointment of new manager Chris Davies

Giving everything that as happened to us over the recent years under the chinese ownership I think relegation wasn’t a bad thing.  We start the new season with a clean slate and it means we can get rid of the dead wood and rebuild stronger.  This is going to be an exciting season with exciting things happening on and off the pitch and they started as soon as last season ended. 

Together with Tom Wagner and co., our new manager and our players old and new, ALL Blues fans need to get 100% behind them and give it our all and all we ask is we get the same back in return.

Below you will mainly find news that relate to our owners, the staff and the first team squad going on off the pitch  For lots more news including the Women’s team and under 21’s team etc. click here

September 2024

Tony Mowbray’s Health Update 

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Tony Mowbray’s Health Update.

On the 1st of September, 2024,  Birmingham City welcomed back Tony Mowbray to St. Andrew’s as a special guest for the game against Wigan Atletic.

Speaking to Blues T.V. before the fixture, Mowbray provided a hugely postive health update and explained how, with the overwhelming love of the football community on his side, he is feeling back to his jovial best.

The popular Teessider was the Men’s First Team Manager at the start of 2024, winning four of his eight matches in charge before stepping away from the on-site management of the Club for medical treatment.

The 60-year old’s return was officially confirmed when he was presented to the supporters on the Stadium’s two giant screens just minutes before kick-off.   

You can watch the interview via X here

 

On the 14th of September, 2024, Birmingham City midfielder, Tomoki Iwata, and forward Ayumu Yokoyama sat down with Blues T.V. and Tribal Football journalist Shunsuke Ide to discuss Japan’s growing influence on European football.

Watch the video here.

Ashley Cole’s Departure From Blues Announcement

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Ashley Cole’s departure announcement.

On the 14th of September, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about the departure of the Men’s First Team Coach, Ashley Cole.  

The 43-year-old joined the Club in October 2023, working with the Men’s First Team for more than 10 months, with the recent victory over Wigan Athletic being his last match in post.

A 107-time England international, he will now assume a full-time role assisting Interim Manager, Lee Carsley, for the Three Lions’ Autumn U.E.F.A. Nations League, League B Group 2 fixtures, the first two of which saw them beat the Republic of Ireland and Finland during the recent international break.
 

To be perfectly honest I am not bothered about this piece of news and I am surprised he stopped as long as he did, however, I thank him for his time here and wish him good luck in the future.

Blues And Nike Announcement

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Blues and Nike announcement.

On the 18th of September, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about signing a new multi-year agreement with Nike, the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic sporting goods.  The Nike design team will now design the bespoke kits based on insights and inspiration from the Club’s storied history.

Under the terms of the partnership, Nike is confirmed as exclusive sportswear sponsor of the Club and its teams and the exclusive supplier of products, for wear and use by the Club and its teams at team activities. The famous Nike Swoosh will continue to adorn Men’s, Women’s and Academy kits, as well as that of coaching staff. 
The Nike design team has already started the design of the Club’s 150th range of bespoke designs for its playing kit, training and leisurewear.  Blues supporters will now benefit from a broader range of Nike products to purchase.
 
This is good news and good business for the club.

Tom Huddlestone Joins Blues Announcement

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On the 18th of September, 2024 Birmingham City made an announcement about the appointment of Tom Huddlestone as Men’s First Team Assistant Coach.

The 37-year-old is the third appointment made to the staff of Men’s First Team Manager, Chris Davies, with Men’s Assistant Manager, Ben Petty, and Men’s First Team Assistant Manager, Nathan Gardiner, joining during the close season.

Huddlestone’s appointment marks the end of a period as first team coach at fellow League One side Wigan Athletic, having previously operated as a player-coach for Manchester United’s Under-21’s team from 2022 until he hung up his boots after more than 600 appearances – at the start of July this summer.

This decision ended a 22-year career as a professional, during which he enjoyed two spells at both Derby County and Hull City, a loan at Wolverhampton Wanderers and eight seasons at Tottenham Hotspur, who he represented in the U.E.F.A. Champions League and won the League Cup with in 2008.

At Spurs, the former midfielder, who played 30 times for England Under-21’s, earned four caps for the Men’s Senior side between 2009 and 2012. 

More recently, he has worked with England Under-20s and is currently posted with the Under-21’s.

Welcome to Birmingham City Tom.

Blues And Undefeated Announcement

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Blues and Undefeated announcement.

On the 19th of September, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about an extension to its Principal Club Partner and sponsorship agreement with global sportswear brand UNDEFEATED.  The partnership with the leading United States based label will run for a further three years.

The Club was proud to bring UNDEFEATED on board as its first major partner after Knighthead Capital Management LLC (Knighthead), as the sponsor of Shelby Companies Ltd, assumed responsibilities for all operations of the club in July 2023.
 
The success of the link-up and relationship – including the ongoing positive reaction of supporters and consumers across the globe meant that this move was a natural progression.
 
As per the terms of the agreement, UNDEFEATED remains Principal Partner and Sponsor.  The Home, Away and Third Kits of both the Men’s and Women’s teams will continue to feature the iconic UNDEFEATED five-strike logo.
 
Birmingham City and UNDEFEATED collaborated on capsule collections in the first year together, creating exciting and unique lifestyle pieces that extended beyond the field.
 
This fusion of football with street culture, inspiring and empowering the next generation through creativity and ambition, aligns the two organisations.
 
Opening their first chapter store in Los Angeles, California 22 years ago, UNDEFEATED has made its reputation as a worldwide name through collaborations with the likes of Nike, Air Jordan, Converse, Disney, Moncler, Apple, Adidas, EA Sports, Tudor, H. Moser & Cie, McLaren, all the major professional North American sports leagues as well as other major brands in adjacent industries.
 
UNDEFEATED now operates in 25 retail chapter stores across the globe, including Las Vegas, San Francisco, Phoenix and New York in the United States in addition to Shanghai, Beijing, Tokyo, Osaka and Hong Kong in Asia. This year, UNDEFEATED has plans to open additional Chapter door locations in tier 1 cities in Asia and will expand to European cities in the future.
 
This is good news and good business for the club.

Birmingham City And National Express West Midlands Announcement

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Birmingham City And National Express West Midlands Announcement.

On the 23rd of September, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement that have teamed up with National Express West Midlands to offer free matchday travel on dedicated shuttle buses between Birmingham city centre and St. Andrews.

The inaugural 1875 shuttle bus service is named after the year the club was formed.  It begins on Saturday the 28th of September, 2024 and will provide up to 700 Blues supporters with exclusive, free transport to and from the Birmingham City Centre v Peterborough United game (kick off at 3 pm).

The free 1875 shuttle bus service will continue for each of Birmingham City’s Men’s First Team home fixtures this season.
 
Click the link above for detailed information.
 
This shows just how good Tom Wagner is for this club.

Blues New Third Kit Revealed For The 2024/25 Season 

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Birmingham City’s 24/25 Season Third Top.

On the 25th of September, 2024 Blues revealed their 2024/25 Third Kit. 

Supporters can purchase the Men’s First Team’s Third Kit online or by visiting the new Blues Store at St. Andrew’s.

Completing the season’s on-field collection, Nike, the world’s leading footwear and apparel company, and the Club’s official kit supplier, has complemented a full black ensemble, complete with Dri-Fit technology, a modern movement print aligned to the angled shapes in the city’s coat of arms, and a bright crimson colour.

This colourway, befitting the design direction around pure joy and the new age of sport, is replicated across the standout globe and ball crest, the Nike Swoosh and UNDEFEATED’s iconic five-strike logo, the Club’s Principal Partner and sponsor.  In a Club first, it is also repeated on the official shirt printing, available exclusively to Birmingham City.

Opening their first chapter store on the West Coast of the United States more than 20 years ago, UNDEFEATED has made its reputation as a worldwide name through collaborations with a range of prestigious brands across various adjacent industries.

Adults Away Kit Prices:

Top: £60.

Shorts: £27.

Socks: £15.

Junior Away Kit Prices:

Junior Top: £45.

Junior Shorts: £22.

Socks: £15.

Infant/Kids Full Away Kit Prices:

Infant Kit: £50.

Kids Full Kit: £55.

Click here to see all Birmingham City Kits for the 2024/25 Season. 

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Stansfield In Blues New Third Kit For The 2024/2025 Season.

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Blues New Third Top For The 2024/2025 Season.

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Birmingham City: News For The 2024/25 Season – August 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die. 

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

I was, like any Blue Nose, downhearted when  Blues were sadly relegated to League One but as soon as that heart ache was over I was looking forward to the new football season straight away, even more so now with the appointment of new manager Chris Davies

Giving everything that as happened to us over the recent years under the chinese ownership I think relegation wasn’t a bad thing.  We start the new season with a clean slate and it means we can get rid of the dead wood and rebuild stronger.  This is going to be an exciting season with exciting things happening on and off the pitch and they started as soon as last season ended. 

Together with Tom Wagner and co., our new manager and our players old and new, ALL Blues fans need to get 100% behind them and give it our all and all we ask is we get the same back in return.

Below you will mainly find news that relate to our owners, the staff and the first team squad going on off the pitch  For lots more news including the Women’s team and under 21’s team etc. click here. T

August 2024

Midfielder Luke Harris Announcement

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Midfielder Luke Harris Announcement.  

On the 4th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Luke Harris becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s ninth signing (on loan only). 

The 19-year-old attacking midfielder joins from Fulham for the 2024/25 season, subject to league and FA clearance.

He brings experience of competing in Sky Bet League One, having played his football with Exeter City in the second-half of 2023/24.

During this period, the Wales youth international made 21 outings and scored four goals, with each of these contributing to away wins for the Grecians as they finished 13th in the third tier.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Luke.

Read more about him here

Luke Harris’ First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 4th of August, 2024, Birmingham City midfielder, Luke Harris, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his season-long loan from Premier League side, Fulham.

Watch the video here

Birmingham City’s E.F.L. Trophy Fixtures For The 2024/25 Season 

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Birmingham City’s E.F.L. Trophy fixtures for the 2024/25 season have been confirmed.

On the 5th of August, 2024 the fixtures for Birmingham City’s matches in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy were confirmed.

During the close season, Chris Davies’ side were drawn in Southern Section Group A, alongside Fulham Under-21’s, Shrewsbury Town and Walsall, with the top two progressing to the Round of 32.

Birmingham City are competing in the competition for the first time since the 1994/95 season when they lifted the trophy at Wembley thanks to Paul Tait’s golden goal. 

You can see all of our league, cup and friendly fixtures, including results and goal scorers here

2024/25 Season Squad Numbers Confirmed 

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2024/25 season squad numbers have been confirmed.

On the 9th of August, 2024 Birmingham City confirmed the men’s squad numbers for the 2024/25 season.

This list is subject to change.

2: Ethan Laird

3: Lee Buchanan.

4: Christoph Klarer.

5: Dion Sanderson.

6: Krystian Bielik.

7: Emil Hansson.

9: Alfie May.

10: Lukas Jutkiewicz.

11: Scott Wright.

12: Marc Leonard.

13: Paik Seung-Ho.

14: Keshi Anderson.

15: Alfie Chang.

17: Lyndon Dykes.

18: Willum Willumsson.

19: Taylor Gardner-Hickman (On Loan)

20: Alex Cochrane.

21: Ryan Allsop.

23: Alfons Sampsted (On Loan).

24: Tomoki Iwata.

25: Ben Davies (On Loan).

26: Luke Harris (On Loan).

27: Brandon Khela.

28: Jay Stansfield.

33: Ayumu Yokoyama.

45: Bailey Peacock-Farrell.

48: Brad Mayo.

To read more about the players click here

Forward Ayumu Yokoyama Announcement

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Forward Ayumu Yokoyama Announcement.

On the 10th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Ayumu Yokoyama becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s tenth signing (ninth permanent).  

The 21-year-old forward joins for an undisclosed fee from Sagan Tosu and has agreed terms on a three-year contract at Birmingham City, subject to league, F.A. and international clearance.

His coveted signature was secured just hours before the start of the 2024/25 Sky Bet League One season, ending the pursuit of multiple clubs from a series of top European Leagues.

In the 2024 J1 League season, which runs until December, the Japan youth international featured in 24 of Sagan’s 25 matches, scoring five goals and recording three assists.

Yokoyama spent his youth career between F.C. Tucano and, to conclude the last decade, Tokai Univ. Takanawadai High School in Tokyo before joining his first professional club, Matsumoto Yamaga.

Across both the second and third tiers of Japanese football, after debuting in February 2021, he made 45 appearances as a teenager and in the 2022 campaign, found the net on 11 occasions.

Last January, he signed for top-flight Sagan and in a season and a half, he has featured in 41 league games, whilst playing three more times at Under-20’s level for his country.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Ayumu.

Read more about him here

On the 11th of August, 2024, Birmingham City midfielder, Krystian Bielik, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss being made Birmingham City Captain, whilst also looking ahead to our season opener against Reading.

Watch the video here.

Defender Alfons Sampsted Announcement   

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Defender Alfons Stampsted Announcement.

On the 12th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Alfons Stampsted becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s eleventh signing (second on loan).  

The 26-year-old right-back joins from F.C. Twente for the 2024/25 season, with an option to buy, subject to league, F.A. and international clearance, and visa approval.

Since his arrival in the Netherlands a year and a half ago, he has made 36 Eredivisie appearances and helped the Reds record 13 league clean sheets.

Last term, the Iceland international was part of a team that finished third in the Dutch top flight and played in three rounds of the U.E.F.A. Conference League as Twente competed in European club action for the first time in eight years.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Alfons.

Read more about him here

Alfon Sampsted’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

 

On the 12th of August, 2024, Birmingham City defender, Alfons Stampsted, sat down with Blues T.V. after joining on loan from F.C. Twente.

Watch the video here.

Confirmation Of Jordan James’ Departure

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Confirmation Of Jordan James’ Departure. 

On the 12th of August, 2024,  Blues confirmed the details of Jordan James’ departure to Stade Rennais for an undisclosed fee

The 20-year-old, who joined the Club at Pre-Academy, debuted for the Men’s First Team as a second-year scholar and ended his first campaign in senior football, 2021/22, being crowned Birmingham City’s Young Player of the Season.

Following his successful breakthrough season, the midfielder became a Championship regular and, after travelling with Wales to the 2022 F.I.F.A. Men’s World Cup in Qatar, made his full international bow last March and has to date earned 11 caps.

During his final full season at Blues, James found the net eight times, the best return of his career so far, and was nominated for the E.F.L. Championship Young Player of the Season as he passed 100 outings in competitive football before the end of his teenage years.

In total, he made 105 appearances for the Club and scored 10 goals.

His move to Rennes will see him compete in Ligue 1 McDonald’s under the management of Julien Stephan, who led les Rennais to a 10th-place finish last term.

No one can begrudge J.J. wanting to move on.  It is the best thing for him right now to better his career going forward and I for one wish him the best of luck for his future and thank him for his service.

Blues To Welcome Fulham In The League Cup

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Blues To Welcome Fulham In The League Cup. 

On the 14th of August, 2024, Birmingham City confirmed that Fulham will play Blues at St. Andrews in the League Cup Round Two.

This tie is a repeat of 2021’s Round Two contest and will take place in the week commencing Monday the 26th of August.

You can see all of our league, cup and friendly fixtures, including results and goal scorers here

Julian Gray Rejoins Birmingham City As The Under-15’s Academy Coach

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Julian Gray Rejoins Birmingham City As The Under-15s Academy Coach.

On the 20th of August, 2024, Birmingham City announced that the  44-year old rejoined Blues for a full-time position as Academy Coach for the Under-15’s.

This latest appointment is part of the Club’s drive towards Category 1 Academy status.

Gray, who holds the U.E.F.A. A Licence coaching qualification, has most recently been a key part of Arsenal’s Academy and has varied other experiences as a coach and mentor under his belt.

Blues’ Head of Academy Coaching, Mike Scott, commented, “We had some strong coaches apply for this role.  Julian was chosen because he is a fantastic coach who shares brilliant detail, can demonstrate from a playing perspective when coaching and will add knowledge and experience to the programme.  Julian is also a fantastic mentor for young people and will be another person in the building who will support players as they progress in their journey to becoming a professional footballer. 

Also, Liam Daish, our Academy Manager (Football), myself and the staff are starting to put processes in place to support individual-specific development across the business end of the programme.  His knowledge as a forward will be valuable to players who have aspirations to follow in his footsteps and play in the Premier League for this Club in the future, like Julian did when we were previously at that level. 

For us having former players who want to come back because they have such an affinity to the Club and want to help take us forward is a real asset to the development of our young players and will continue to take this fantastic Academy and Club in a strong direction.”

Gray, from Lewisham, London, came through the Gunners Academy as a player and made a solitary senior appearance for the club, as a substitute, before a £500,000 transfer to Crystal Palace in 2000.  A left-footed, wide-attacking player, he joined Birmingham City after helping Crystal Palace to Premier League promotion via the Play-Offs in 2004.

He arrived at an exciting time as that summer Steve Bruce also added Emile Heskey, Muzzy Izzet, David Dunn, Mario Melchiot and Jesper Gronkjaer to the ranks.  Gray made 36 appearances for Blues in his first campaign and scored the second, clinching goal in a 2 – 0 win in the Second City derby in March at St. Andrew’s.

Primarily used on the wing, Gray also slotted in at left-back on numerous occasions to great effect, notably providing a memorable performance when keeping Manchester United’s Cristiano Ronaldo quiet in a 0 – 0 home draw, and remained a consistent performer for Bruce, appearing 27 times in 2005/06 as Blues suffered relegation. 

After Birmingham won promotion from the Championship the next season Gray left Blues at the end of the campaign and headed for Coventry City.  Following two years with the Sky Blues he signed for Fulham before spells at Barnsley and Walsall, twice, sandwiching a stint in Cyprus with Nea Salamis. 

Gray rejoined Arsenal’s Academy in 2019 and spent the past three years as Assistant Coach to the Under-18’s side. 

Welcome back, Julian. 

Emmanuel Longelo Completes Loan Move

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Emmanuel Longelo Completes Loan Move.

On the 22nd of August, 2024, Birmingham City announced that the  23-year-old defender has joined League One side Cambridge United until the end of the season.

Longello initially signed for Birmingham City on loan from West Ham United in August 2022, with this deal made permanent midway through the campaign.

He made 45 competitive appearances and scored one goal, and now links up with a Cambridge United side managed by former Blues boss Garry Monk.

Good luck, Emmanuel.

Midfielder Taylor Gardner-Hickman Announcement

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Midfielder Taylor Gardner-Hickman Announcement.

On the 23rd of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Taylor Gardner-Hickman becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s twelth signing (third on loan).  

The 22-year-old midfielder joins from Bristol City for the remainder of 2024/25, with an option to buy, subject to league and F.A. clearance.

Last season, on the back of winning the Player of the Month Prize at Ashton Gate, the Robins exercised an option to permanently acquire the England youth international from West Bromwich Albion.

He ended 2023/24 having made 40 appearances in all competitions for Bristol City, recording five goal involvements in the Sky Bet Championship.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Taylor.

Read more about him here

Taylor Gardner-Hickman’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 23rd of August, 2024, Birmingham City midfielder, Taylor Gardner-Hichman, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his move from Bristol City.

Watch the video here

Tommy Fogarty Seals Loan Switch 

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Tommy Fogarty Seals Loan Switch.

On the 25th of August, 2024, Birmingham City announced that the  20-year-old defender has linked up with Scottish Championship side Dunfermline Athletic for the 2024/25 season, subject to league, F.A. and international clearance.

This news comes on the back of Fogarty’s latest call-up for Northern Ireland Under-21’s.  It is his second loan move away from St. Andrew’s, having made 12 appearances in the Vanarama National League last term for Ebbsfleet United.

Good luck Tommy.

Defender Ben Davies Announcement

Defender Ben Davies Announcement
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Defender Ben Davies Announcement.

On the 25th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Ben Davies becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s thirteenth signing (fourth on loan).  

The 29-year-old defender joins from Rangers for the remainder of 2024/25, subject to league, F.A. and international clearance.

A vastly experienced E.F.L. campaigner, the two most recent years of his career have been spent north of the border, challenging for silverware, and last December he helped his parent club win the Scottish League Cup.

Previous to these efforts, the centre-back recorded 246 appearances across the second, third and fourth divisions of English football.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Ben.

Read more about him here

Ben Davies’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 26th of August, 2024, Birmingham City defender, Ben Davies, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his season long loan from Rangers.

Watch the video here

Confirmation Of Juninho Bacuna’s Departure

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Confirmation Of Juninho Bacuna’s Departure. 

On the 28th of August, 2024,  Blues confirmed the details that Bacuna has moved to Al-Wehda for an undisclosed fee.

During his two-and-a-half seasons at Birmingham City, the 26-year-old Curacao international , who joined the Club from Rangers in January 2021, made 111 appearances and scored 13 times, the last which came against Queens Park Rangers in March. 

Bacuna was a very frustrating man to watch play football.  On his day he was brilliant but there were many times he wasn’t and would give silly balls away because of his show boating.

I am not sad to see him go, to be honest, however, I do thank him for his service and wish him good luck going forward.

Forward Lyndon Dykes Announcement

Forward Lyndon Dykes Announcement
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Forward Lyndon Dykes Announcement.

On the 28th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Lyndon Dykes becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s fourteenth signing (tenth permanent).  

The 28-year-old striker joins from Queens Park Rangers for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a three-year contract, subject to league and FA clearance.
A Scotland international, who has been called up to Steve Clarke’s latest squad, he has played his club football at Loftus Road since August 2020, making 165 first-team appearances and was a Sky Bet Championship goalscorer earlier in August.
Previous to these efforts, the imposing frontman established himself as a focal point of attack north of the border, representing both Queen of the South and Livingston.
 

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Lyndon.

Read more about him here

Lyndon Dyke’s First Interview With Blues T.V.  

On the 28th of August, 2024, Birmingham City forward, Lyndon Dykes, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his arrival from Queens Park Rangers.

Watch the video here

Confirmation Of Siriki Dembele’s Departure

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Confirmation Of Siriki Demebele’s Departure. 

On the 29th of August, 2024,  Blues confirmed the details that Dembele has moved to Oxford United for an undisclosed fee.

The 27-year old winger joined the club from A.F.C. Bournemouth last summer.

In his 13 months at Birmingham City, the Ivorian made 38 appearances across all competions, scoring six goals, woth his last outing coming on the opening day of the 2024/25 season against Reading.  

Dembele was sometimes a very frustrating man to watch play football.  On his day he was brilliant but there were many times he wasn’t and would give silly balls away because of his show boating.  This was similar to Juninho Bacuna (but not as bad in my opinion), who recently left the club too.

As with Bacuna, I am not sad to see Dembele go, however, I do thank him for his service and wish him good luck going forward.

Midfielder Scott Wright Announcement

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Midfielder Scott Wright Announcement.

On the 30th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Scott Wright becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s fifteenth signing (eleventh permanent).  

The 27-year old winger joins from Rangers for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a three-year contract subject to league, F.A. and international clearance.

His transfer to St. Andrews concludes more than three seasons at Ibrox where he helped deliver a 55th Scottish Premeiership title in 2021.

The following year, he started their E.U.F.A. Europa League Final against Eintracht Frankfurt and three days later, was a goalscorer as Rangers lifted the Scottish Cup.
 

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Scott.

Read more about him here

Scott Wright’s First Interview With Blues T.V.  

On the 30th of August, 2024, Birmingham City midfielder, Scott Wright, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his Deadline Day signing from Rangers.

Watch the video here.

Confirmation Of Koji Myoshi’s Departure

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Confirmation Of Koji Myoshi’s Departure. 

On the 30th of August, 2024,  Blues confirmed the details that Myoshi has moved to VfL Bochum for an undisclosed fee.

The 27-year old attacking midfielder joined the club in June 2023 after four years with Royal Antwerp.
 
Last season was the Japanese international’s first in English football.  He played in all but three games in the Championship, recording six goals and six assists
The 27-year-old attacking midfielder, who joined the Club in June 2023 after four years with Royal Antwerp, has moved to VfL Bochum for an undisclosed fee.
Last season, the Japanese international’s first in English football, he played in all but three of the Men’s First Team’s Sky Bet Championship matches, recording six goals and six assists.
 

This is a player I am sad to see go but he didn’t want to play in this league and that’s fair enough.  We only want players who do and will give 100% but I thank him for his service anyway and wish him good luck going forward.

Midfielder Tomoki Iwata Announcement

Midfielder Tomoki Iwata Announcement
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Midfielder Tomoki Iwata Announcement.

On the 30th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Tomoki Iwata becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s sixteenth signing (twelth permanent).   

The 27-year old midfielder joins Blues from Celtic for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a three-year contract subject to league, F.A. and international clearance.

He as spent the last 21 months playing his football at Parkhead, initially joining on loan during the managerial reign of Ange Postecoglou.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Tomoki.

Read more about him here

Forward Jay Stansfield Announcement

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Forward Jay Stansfield Announcement.

On the 30th of August, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Jay Stansfield becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s seventeenth (and final) signing (thirteenth permanent).   

The 21-year old attacker returns from Fulham for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a three-year contract subject to league and F.A. clearance.

He is, of course, a familiar face to the St. Andrew’s faithful, having become a  favourite of Blues fans when he spent the 2023/24 season at the club on loan.
 
During this campaign, he was our leading goalscorer and at the Club’s end-of-season awards, he capped off a hugely impressive individual effort when he received top honours in every category.
 
I don’t need to say he seems like a decent player because all Blue Noses are all very aware of his contribution last season (despite relegation) speaks for itself and I am, as are all Blues fans, overjoyed that he is wearing Royal Blue again and look forward with excitement at the thought of him and Alfie May being on the pitch at the same time. What a dream partnership that will be.
 

Welcome back to Birmingham City Jay,  it’s where you belong.

Read more about him here

Jay Stansfields’s Deadline Day Interview With Blues T.V.

 

On the 30th of August, 2024, Birmingham City forward, Jay Stansfield, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his permanent move back to Blues.

Watch the video here.

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Birmingham City: News For The 2024/25 Season – July 2024

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There is only one team in Birmingham worth supporting with true passion and Birmingham City is it.  I have been supporting them since 1978 when Jim Smith was the manager.  He is my favourite manager to date.   I am a blue nose ’til I die. 

You can read lots more about Blues by clicking here.

I was, like any Blue Nose, downhearted when  Blues were sadly relegated to League One but as soon as that heart ache was over I was looking forward to the new football season straight away, even more so now with the appointment of new manager Chris Davies

Giving everything that as happened to us over the recent years under the chinese ownership I think relegation wasn’t a bad thing.  We start the new season with a clean slate and it means we can get rid of the dead wood and rebuild stronger.  This is going to be an exciting season with exciting things happening on and off the pitch and they started as soon as last season ended. 

Together with Tom Wagner and co., our new manager and our players old and new, ALL Blues fans need to get 100% behind them and give it our all and all we ask is we get the same back in return.

Below you will mainly find news that relate to our owners, the staff and the first team squad going on off the pitch  For lots more news including the Women’s team and under 21’s team etc. click here. T

July 2024

Forward Lukas Jutkiewicz Announcement

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Forward Lukas Jutkiewicz announcement.

On the 1st of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Lukas Jutkiewicz agreeing to a new Blues contract.

The striker has agreed a one-year deal, keeping him at the Club until at least the summer of 2025.

Signed in readiness for pre-season, this will take his time at the Club into a ninth season after he initially joined on loan from Burnley in August 2016.

Across a magnificent 331 appearances, encompassing more than 20,000 minutes of football, he has found the net 67 times and thrice been the Men’s First Team’s top goalscorer.

This news has made me so happy because I love Jukey.  He is my favourite Blues player in this squad.  He has been a fantastic servant to the club and gives 100% every time he steps onto the pitch for us.

Thank you for staying Lukas.

Lukas Jutkiewicz’s Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 1st of July, 2024,  Birmingham City striker Lukas Jutkiewicz sat down with Blues T.V. to reveal his delight at signing a new contract at Birmingham City.

This is such a pleasing video to watch.

Watch the video here.

Alex Pritchard Leaving Blues Announcement

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Alex Pritchard leaving Blues announcement.

On the 1st of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Alex Pritchard leaving Blues to go to Super Lig side Sivasspor. 

After joining from Sunderland the 32-year-old, who arrived at St. Andrew’s during the second-half of the 2023/24 season, made nine appearances for Birmingham City, recording one assist.

We didn’t get to see his possible potential because he was injury-prone, however, like any other Blues player, I thank him for his time here and wish him good luck in the future.

Forward Alfie May Announcement

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Forward Alfie May announcement.

On the 2nd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Alfie May becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s third signing.

The 30-year-old striker joins from Charlton Athletic for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a three-year contract at Birmingham City, subject to league and F.A. clearance.

Last season, he found the net 27 times in all competitions and won the Sky Bet League One Golden Boot, as well as the Addicks’ Player of the Season Award.

It was also the third successive term that the frontman had breached the 20-goal barrier at this level, having previously averaged a goal every two games for Cheltenham Town following their promotion from the fourth tier.

May’s C.V. and goal-scoring record are very impressive.

Welcome to Birmingham City Alfie.

Read more about him here.

Alfie May’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City striker Alfie May sat down with Blues T.V. to reveal all the details about his move from Charlton Athletic.

Watch the video here.

Birmingham City’s First-Year Pro Signings Announcement

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Birmingham City’s First-Year Pro Signings Announcement. 

On the 2nd of July, 2024 Birmingham City made an announcement about 13 first-year professionals signing for the club.

Each player has agreed terms with the Club following the completion of their two-year scholarship, during which they competed in the Professional Development League, Professional Development League Cup and FA Youth Cup.

Their efforts in winning the North Division earned the entire second-year cohort a pro deal, with this unprecedented achievement backed up by victory in the National Final over Charlton Athletic in May 2024.

Taylor Dodd, O’Shea Ellis, Daniel Isichei, Will O’Sullivan, Stoyan Pergelov, Alvaro Ruiz Rente, Oliver Sayer and Zach Willis have signed one year, with a year option, with Cameron Eubank signing a one-year contract.

Godfred Boakye, Menzi Mazwi, Frank Tattum and Ben Wodskou have agreed to two-year contracts, with a year option.

Taylor Dodd
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Taylor Dodd.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City central defender Taylor Dodd sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here.

O’Shea Ellis
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O’Shea Ellis.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City midfielder O’Shea Ellis sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here.

Daniel Isichei
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Daniel Isichei.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City winger Daniel Isichei sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City. 

Watch the video here

Will O’Sullivan
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Will O’Sullivan.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City goalkeeper Will O’Sullivan sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City. 

Watch the video here

Stoyan Pergelov
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Stoyan Pergelov.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City’s Stoyan Pergelov sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here

Alvaro Ruiz Rente
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Alvaro Ruiz Rente.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City winger Alvaro Ruiz Rente sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here

Oliver Sayer
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Oliver Sayer.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City goalkeeper Oliver Sayer sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here

Zach Willis  
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Zach Willis.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City defender Zach Willis sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City. 

Watch the video here

Cameron Eubank
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Cameron Eubank.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City midfielder Cameron Eubank sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City. 

Watch the video here

Godfred Boakye
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Godfred Boakye.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City defender Godfred Boakye sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here

Menzi Mazwi
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Menzi Mazwi.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City midfielder Menzi Mazwi sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here

Frank Tattum
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Frank Tattum.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City striker Frank Tattum sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City.

Watch the video here

Ben Wodskou
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Ben Wodskou.

On the 3rd of July, 2024,  Birmingham City forward Ben Wodskou sat down with Blues T.V. to speak about signing his first professional contract at Birmingham City. 

Watch the video here

Nathan Gardiner Joins Blues Announcement

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Nathan Gardiner joins Blues Announcement.

On the 4th of July, 2024 Birmingham City made an announcement about the appointment of Nathan Gardiner as Men’s First Team Assistant Coach.

The 47-year-old is the second appointment to Chris Davies’ First Team staff, following the arrival of Ben Petty as Men’s Assistant Manager last month. 

Gardiner has spent most of his professional life with Tottenham Hotspur but has also held roles at Fulham and Charlton Athletic. 

Having joined Spurs in 2006 as a Fitness Coach, he rose through the ranks to take up the position of Head of Sports Science, Fitness and Conditioning during his 14-year spell in North London. 

He switched to Fulham in October 2020, embarking on a new challenge as First Team Coach, linking up with former Tottenham midfielder Scott Parker. 

Known to possess varied skillset, the versatile Gardiner holds a Sport Science and Physiotherapy degree, attending Loughborough University and Kings College for his academic studies.

Holder of the U.E.F.A. A licence, he rejoined Spurs in March to later form part of Ange Postecoglou’s backroom staff, occupying the position of Head of Sports Science. 

Men’s First Team Manager, Chris Davies, said, “Nathan has extensive experience in fitness and conditioning, having worked at the top level of English football for the last 18 years, 14 of which were at Spurs where I worked with him”.

Welcome to Birmingham City Nathan.

Romelle Donovan Details His Footballing Journey And Lofty Ambitions

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Romelle Donovan details his footballing journey and lofty ambitions. 

On the 5th of July, 2024, the 17-year-old spoke about his England call-up and Blues journey. 

Donavan’s first exposure to the First Team at Birmingham City was in the 2023/24 season, having also played a starring role for the Under-21s in their run to the Professional Development League National Final.

Donovan made his senior debut against Hull City during last October’s Sky Bet Championship meeting at St. Andrew’s, before making nine further appearances in senior football.

He also signed his first professional contract in November 2023, just months after starting his scholarship, which will keep him at the Club until June 2026.

Watch the video here.

Midfielder Emil Hansson Announcement

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Midfielder Emil Hansson Announcement. 

On the 5th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Emil Hansson becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s fourth signing.

The 26-year-old winger joins from Heracles Almelo for an undisclosed fee, subject to league, F.A. and international clearance and a visa, and has agreed terms on a three-year contract.

He has spent a large portion of his professional career, including the last four years, playing in the Netherlands and has made 90 Eredivisie appearances.

24 top-flight outings in 2023/24 yielded five goals and six assists, his second full season at Heracles.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Emil.

Read more about him here.

Emil Hannson’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 5th of July, 2024, Birmingham City winger Emil Hansson, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his move from Heracles Almelo and explained why the prospect of playing English football excites him so much.

Watch the video here.

Mike Scott Joins Blues Academy Announcement

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Mike Scott joins Blues announcement. 

On the 9th of July, 2024 Birmingham City made an announcement about the appointment of Mike Scott as Birmingham City’s Head of Coaching.

The 46-year-old, who worked as a coach in the Academy at the turn of the Millennium, will be based at Knighthead Performance Centre and has direct lines of communication with Men’s First Team Assistant Manager, Ben Petty, and Under-21’s Head Coach, Steve Spooner, ensuring the continuation of a clear pathway from youth and development football into the senior game.

His holistic remit, coordinating with Academy Technical Director, Mike Rigg, Academy Manager (Football) Liam Daish, and Academy Manager (Operations), Louisa Collis, sees him responsible for supporting staff and players as the organisation works towards Category 1 status.

Scott most recently held the same position at West Midlands counterparts Wolverhampton Wanderers and previously Derby County where he was responsible for fulfilling all E.P.P.P. requirements.  He has also worked across the city as Lead Youth Development Coach.

Between 2008 and 2019, he fulfilled several roles at West Bromwich Albion, notably as Under-18;s Manager and Lead Professional Development Phase Coach when Baggies secured and maintained Category 1 status.

Welcome to Birmingham City Mike.

On the 9th of July, 2024, Birmingham City’s new Head of Coaching, Mike Scott, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his appointment and give an insight into what his job will entail, talking through at length the continuation of a clear pathway from youth and development football into the senior game.

Watch the video here.

On the 11th of July, 2024, Birmingham City’s Men’s First Team Assistant Manager, Ben Petty, spoke to Blues T.V. for the first time since joining the Club in June. 

Watch the video here.

Midfielder Krystian Bielik Announcement

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Midfielder Krystian Bielik announcement. 

On the 12th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Krystian Bielik agreeing to a new Blues contract.

The Poland international has agreed fresh terms, keeping him at the Club until at least June 2027.

To date, he has made 86 appearances for Birmingham City, proving well-equipped to perform in either midfield or defence and in a variety of tactical systems.

This is great news.

Thank you for staying Krystian.

Defender Alex Cochrane Announcement

Defender Alex Cochrane Announcement
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Defender Alex Cochrane Announcement. 

On the 16th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Alex Cochrane becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s fifth signing.

The 24-year-old defender joins from Heart of Midlothian for an undisclosed fee subject to league, F.A. and international clearance, and has agreed terms on a four-year contract.

Over the last three seasons north of the border, he has made 96 top-flight appearances and in 2022, was part of the team that reached the Scottish Cup Final.  Notably, 2023/24 saw him play in 30 consecutive league matches as Hearts finished third and qualified for the U.E.F.A. Europa League.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Alex.

Read more about him here.

Alex Cochrane’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 16th of July, 2024, Birmingham City left-back, Alex Cochrane, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his move from Heart of Midlothian.

Watch the video here.

Midfielder Willum Thor Willumsson Announcement

Midfielder Willum Thor Willumsson Announcement
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Midfielder Willum Thor Willumsson  Announcement. 

On the 19th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Willum Thor Willumsson becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s sixth signing.

The 25-year-old attacking midfielder joins from Go Ahead Eagles for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a four-year contract at Birmingham City, subject to league, F.A. and international clearance.

Last season, the Iceland international played a vital part in his club’s top-10 finish in the Netherlands’ Eredivisie, defying all expectations to qualify for the U.E.F.A. Conference League.

Willumsson racked up 62 appearances for Go Ahead across two campaigns, contributing to 21 goals from midfield and scarcely missing a game.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Willum.

Read more about him here.

Willum Thor Willumsson’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 19th of July, 2024, Willum Willumsson, sat down with Blues T.V. to discuss his move from Go Ahead Eagles and explain why he wanted to join Chris Davies’ Birmingham City.

Watch the video here.

Defender Christoph Klarer Announcement

Defender Christoph Klarer Announcement
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Defender Christoph Klarer Announcement.  

On the 20th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Christoph Klarer becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s seventh signing. 

The 24-year-old defender joins from Darmstadt 98 for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a three-year contract at Birmingham City, subject to league, F.A. and international clearance.

During his single season with Die Lilien, after joining from 2. Bundesliga side Fortuna Dusseldorf, he missed just four top-flight matches and scored two goals, one of which came in a win away to Koln in April.

This was the third successive campaign the Austrian had made more than 30 or more appearances in German football.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Christoph.

Read more about him here.

Christoph Klarer’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 20th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City’s newest recruit, Christoph Klarer, revealed why St. Andrew’s was the perfect place for him at this stage of his career.

Watch the video here.

On the 24th of July, 2024, Blues T.V. spoke to Birmingham City’s Owner and Chairman, Tom Wagner and Chief Executive Officer, Garry Cook to discuss a range of topics, including…   

The last 12 months.

Stadium upgrades and improvements.

Improvement to both the Men’s and Women’s playing squads.

Record season ticket sales.

Working towards Category One status in the Academy.

Watch the video here

Trevor Francis Statue Announcement

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Trevor Francis statue anouncement.

On the 24th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about the commission of a Trevor Francis statue by  Douglas Jennings M.R.B.S., a globally acclaimed portrait sculptor.

The iconic statue will be situated in front of the Kop Stand, with the unveiling ceremony scheduled to take place prior to the start of the 2025/26 season.

The Trevor Francis Memorial Committee, consisting of his lifelong friends Jasper Carrott, John White and Tom Ross and Club representatives Chief Executive Officer, Garry Cook, Chief Fan Experience Officer, John Clarke, and Executive Vice Chairman Birmingham City Foundation, Jeremy Dale, undertook an extensive evaluation of potential sculptors to work with.

Jennings was the unanimous choice.  This was based on his impressive body of work, experience in producing art works for public figures in the world of sport and his passion for the Trevor Francis project.  His creations can be seen worldwide from The Royal Collection at Buckingham Palace to high-profile public commissions, including the recently revealed Walter Smith O.B.E. statue at Ibrox Stadium.

Francis’ death, at 69-years-old, came as a huge shock to the global footballing community.  Blues set aside space outside St. Andrew’s where supporters could pay their respects and leave tributes.  It was moving and poignant how many people flocked to the area to lay wreaths, cards, scarves, hand-written letters and pictures. A Book of Condolence was opened at the Library of Birmingham, as the outpouring of grief at Francis’ passing, and love for him, was clear to see.

In April 2024, the Club revealed that initiatives were being planned to ensure Francis’ memory and legacy would live on.  Under the guidance of the Trevor Francis Memorial Committee, the Club announced four initiatives:

To commission a statue that would be available for football supporters from around the world to visit and to enjoy.

An annual Trevor Francis Memorial Match, hosted at St. Andrew’s featuring Blues and clubs that Francis had played for and had connections with, starting with Glasgow Rangers on July 24, 2024.

A Memorial Concert in 2025, organised by Jasper Carrott.

A community inspired annual Birmingham City Foundation football competition.

Birmingham City Chief Executive, Garry Cook, said, “Birmingham City Football Club delivered one of the countries greats and his accolades went beyond our city.  Trevor Francis was and will always be an inspiration to young footballers, setting Club records, scoring the winning goal in a European Cup Final and representing his country with immense pride.  A commitment was made by the Club’s Board to ensure that Blues would never forget him.  Douglas Jennings is part of the process to ensure we deliver on this commitment.  Doug is an inspirational, creative genius.  From our first meeting, he demonstrated his understanding of what we are looking to achieve and why.  Douglas’s body of work, including the statue of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to celebrate our longest reigning monarch situated on the banks of the River Thames, is amazing.  It has been inspirational spending time in his company, learning about his creative process and his ideas for Trevor’s statue.  He is going to create memorable object of art befitting of ‘Super Boy’, one that Blues supporters, and football fans from across the globe are going to want to see in person.”

Douglas Jennings said, “I felt honoured when I received the call to work on this project. Trevor Francis is iconic, one of our greatest English footballers. I appreciate what he means to so many people and in particular Birmingham City Football Club.  This bronze statue will be a fitting tribute to a great man.”

Francis, a teenage sensation who scored all four goals in a victory over Bolton Wanderers as a 16-year-old, made 330 appearances for the Club, finding the net 113 times, before transferring to Nottingham Forest as Britain’s first £1 million footballer.  He later returned to Birmingham City as Manager between 1996 and 2001, leading the Club to the Worthington Cup Final as a Second Division side.

Read more about Francis here.

Read more about Jennings here.

Blues Beat Rangers In The Trevor Francis Memorial Match

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Trevor Francis in his Birmingham City and Rangers tops.

On the 24th of July, 2024, Birmingham City beat Rangers in the Trevor Francis Memorial Match.

Two first-half goals were enough to give Chris Davies’ side victory at St. Andrew’s.

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Midfielder Marc Leonard Announcement

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Midfielder Marc Leonard Announcement.  

On the 25th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City made an announcement about Marc Leonard becoming Blues Manager Chris Davies’s eighth signing. 

The 22-year-old midfielder joins from Brighton & Hove Albion for an undisclosed fee and has agreed terms on a four-year contract at Birmingham City, subject to league and F.A. clearance.

Origins of the Glaswegian’s football career can be traced back to Rangers, Wednesday night’s visitors in the inaugural Trevor Francis memorial match, and to date, he has represented Scotland up to Under-21’s level.

Most recently, he has spent the past couple of seasons on loan at Northampton town, missing just one league match, and in the first of these campaigns helped the Cobblers secure promotion from Sky Bet League Two.

He seems a decent player.

Welcome to Birmingham City Marc.

Read more about him here

Marc Leonard’s First Interview With Blues T.V.

On the 25th of July, 2024,  Birmingham City’s brand new signing, Marc Leonard, sits down with Blues T.V. to discuss why this was the Club for him, given the demand for his signature. 

Watch the video here

Blues New Away Kit Revealed For The 2024/25 Season 

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Birmingham City’s 24/25 Season Away Top.

On the 25th of July, 2024 Blues revealed their 2024/25 Away Kit. 

Supporters can purchase the Club’s latest colours (which will be worn by the Men’s, Women’s, Development and Academy teams) online or by visiting the temporary Blues Store on the Kop Car Park. 

Following the release of Birmingham City’s new Home Kit, Nike, the world’s leading footwear and apparel company, and the Club’s official kit supplier, has produced another bespoke design featuring a premium white jersey, with a sequoia collar and sleeve trim, paired with sequoia shorts and white socks carrying the Nike Swoosh. 

These components and the socks each house a Nike Swoosh and feature Nike’s Dri-FIT technology.  

The shirt, featuring Nike Dri-FIT technology, also houses the iconic five-strike logo of the Club’s Principal Partner and sponsor UNDEFEATED.

Opening its first chapter store on the West Coast of the United States more than 20 years ago, UNDEFEATED has made its reputation as a worldwide name in sportswear through collaborations with a range of prestigious brands across various adjacent industries. 

Adults Away Kit Prices:

Top: £60.

Shorts: £27.

Socks: £15.

Junior Away Kit Prices:

Junior Top: £45.

Junior Shorts: £22.

Socks: £15.

Infant/Kids Full Away Kit Prices:

Infant Kit: £50.

Kids Full Kit: £55.

Watch the reveal video here.

Click here to see all Birmingham City Kits for the 2024/25 Season. 

Jutkiewicz in Blues New Away Top For The 2024/2025 Season
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Jutkiewicz in Blues new Away top for the 2024/2025 Season.

Hall In Blues New Away Top For The 2024/2025 Season
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Hall in Blues new Away top for the 2024/2025 Season.

Bielik In Blues New Away Kit For The 2024/2025 Season
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Bielik in Blues new Away top for the 2024/2025 Season.

Blues New Away Top For The 2024/2025 Season
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Blues New Away Top For The 2024-2025 Season
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Blues New Away Top For The 2024/2025 Season
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Blues new Away top for the 2024/2025 Season.

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