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

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

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

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

The Third Blues Open House In November Announcement
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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 23nd 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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Birmingham City: Videos For The 2024/25 Season

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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 videos including interviews and match highlights regarding Blues, Friendly games, League One games and Cup games for the 2024/25 season including pre-season.

I have put them in monthly categories to avoid overloading this page with too many videos which will only make things slow for us all.  Just click on the month you wish to see.

June 2024

Click here to see videos for June 2024 regarding Birmingham City’s pre-season.

July 2024

Click here to see videos for July 2024 regarding Birmingham City’s pre-season.

August 2024

Click here to see videos for August 2024 regarding Birmingham City’s pre-season and season.

September 2024

Click here to see videos for September 2024 regarding Birmingham City’s pre-season and season.

Blog Posts

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.