Max Bird opens up on Birmingham City assignment and sets ‘next level’ target

Birmingham City midfielder Max Bird discussed his tactical role and performance after scoring and providing an assist against Millwall. Following August Priske's absence, manager Chris Davies deployed Bird in the No.10 role behind forward Jay Stansfield. Bird took advantage of the space between Millwall's lines to score his first goal for the club and create Stansfield's strike.

After overcoming an early-season injury that delayed his integration into the squad, the 26-year-old midfielder stated that reaching the next level requires consistently finding and scoring goals around the penalty area. Davies has utilized Bird across multiple midfield positions as Birmingham City recorded five wins in six Championship matches.