{"id":1425808,"date":"2026-01-22T11:27:22","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T11:27:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1425808"},"modified":"2026-01-22T11:27:23","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T11:27:23","slug":"match-preview-birmingham-vs-stoke-24-01-26-championship","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-birmingham-vs-stoke-24-01-26-championship\/","title":{"rendered":"Birmingham City vs Stoke City: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Birmingham City<\/a> welcome Stoke City<\/a> to St Andrew’s this weekend in a Championship<\/a> clash that pits one of the league’s most attack-minded sides against perhaps its most robust defence. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both teams are in the thick of the playoff hunt, but recent results and historical meetings suggest this fixture could be decided by fine margins. Kick-off is scheduled for Saturday at 15:00, with both teams looking to assert themselves as genuine promotion contenders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on current season stats and recent performances, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in the “Both Teams to Score” market due to Birmingham’s attacking intent and Stoke’s improved shot accuracy. Correct score backers may also find value in a low-scoring result, while the home win is priced up as favourite \u2013 but should be treated with caution given Stoke’s defensive strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Birmingham City to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/5 @ Bet365<\/a>
(55.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here as Birmingham have won nearly half of their last 13 meetings with Stoke and average more goals per game this season. Stoke’s away form is patchy and they suffered defeat last time out. However, their strong defensive numbers mean this is a value punt, not a banker.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Correct Score 1-0<\/strong><\/td>\n6\/1 @ Bet365<\/a>
(14.3%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThis fixture has produced several low-scoring contests historically, and Stoke boast 11 clean sheets this term. If their defence holds, Birmingham may need to be clinical to edge it. 1-0 offers a decent price for those seeking a correct score play.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Birmingham have scored more goals (38) than their visitors but have also conceded significantly more (37). Stoke’s record of just 25 goals conceded from 28 games, including 11 clean sheets, underpins their higher position in the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Stoke City<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n28<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n33<\/td>\n25<\/td>\n+8<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Birmingham City<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n28<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n+1<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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