More markets for the EFL Championship game, scheduled for August 22 at 7:30 AM ET.
Birmingham City host Bristol City at St Andrew’s in an early 2026-27 Championship fixture, where the Blues’ home record and recent 1-0 win over Swansea provide momentum under manager Chris Davies. New signings including Kristoffer Lund bolster the squad ahead of the August 22 clash, though extended absences for key players could influence rotation. Bristol City, managed by Michael Skubala, showed attacking promise in pre-season with a 4-1 friendly victory over Newcastle and contributions from arrivals Sam Greenwood and Lorent Tolaj. Historical head-to-head trends favor Birmingham, yet both sides enter the season with limited league form to reference. Schedule congestion, travel, and adaptation to the Championship table will shape early outcomes.