{"id":1428174,"date":"2026-02-05T12:34:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T12:34:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1428174"},"modified":"2026-02-05T12:34:28","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T12:34:28","slug":"match-preview-birmingham-vs-leicester-07-02-26-championship","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-birmingham-vs-leicester-07-02-26-championship\/","title":{"rendered":"Birmingham City vs Leicester City: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Birmingham City<\/a> welcome Leicester City<\/a> in a clash that could have significant implications for both sides’ seasons. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Blues are seeking to turn around a five-game losing streak in this fixture, while Leicester aim to address defensive frailty that has haunted them all campaign. Kick-off is set for Saturday at St. Andrew’s, and with neither side finding true consistency, there\u2019s everything to play for as the Championship<\/a> season enters a crucial phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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

Based on recent statistics and trends, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We\u2019re particularly confident in Birmingham\u2019s home advantage, but Leicester\u2019s creative edge and both teams\u2019 defensive issues signal goals could be on the cards.<\/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>\n8\/11 @ Betfair<\/a>
(57.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBirmingham are unbeaten in their last four at home and boast a more balanced goal threat, with 41 goals shared across the squad. Leicester have lost five straight to the Blues but show worrying defensive numbers, conceding 45 this term.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score: Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/5 @ Bet365<\/a>
(55.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBoth teams have scored in three of the last five clashes. With Leicester\u2019s attack led by creative spark Fatawu (7 assists) and Birmingham converting 40% of shots on target, neither side looks set for a clean sheet.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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

    Birmingham are 13th on 42 points, while Leicester sit 17th with 38 after 30 games. The Blues hold a positive goal difference (+3) and have been slightly better at both ends of the pitch compared to the Foxes, who have the division\u2019s weakest defensive record outside the relegation zone. Neither side is in runaway form\u2014Birmingham\u2019s win rate is 37% while Leicester\u2019s is just 33%\u2014but home advantage and squad balance give the Blues an edge coming into this round.<\/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
    Birmingham City<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n+3<\/td>\n42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Leicester City<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n40<\/td>\n45<\/td>\n-5<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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