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‘Definitely’: EFL expert has say on Birmingham City’s top two chances

Birmingham City are top of the Championship table ahead of Middlesbrough and Stoke City on goal difference after 15 fixtures.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 11:30 AM
‘Definitely’: EFL expert has say on Birmingham City’s top two chances
Key Things to Know
  • EFL expert George Elek says Birmingham City can definitely challenge for a top-two Championship finish.
  • Birmingham City sit top of the Championship with 29 points from 15 games, leading on goal difference.
  • Chris Davies' side defeated Swansea City 2-1 in their last match thanks to a Jay Stansfield brace.
The Story in 60 Seconds

EFL expert George Elek stated on the Not The Top 20 Podcast that Birmingham City can definitely compete for a top-two Championship finish this season. Managed by Chris Davies, the Blues currently sit top of the Championship table on goal difference after 15 games, level on 29 points with Middlesbrough and Stoke City following a 2-1 victory over Swansea City.

The72 correspondent Harry Mail argues that Birmingham City could further strengthen their promotion push by recruiting a striker, an attacking midfielder, and a central defender in the January transfer window. Birmingham City return from the international break to face third-placed Stoke City away at the Bet365 Stadium.

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