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Max Bird shows what Birmingham City have missed with Bright Osayi-Samuel blow feared

Birmingham City talking points after the 1-0 win over West Bromwich Albion on Saturday

By Alex Dicken · Birmingham Mail

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Max Bird impressed in midfield, while Bright Osayi-Samuel picked up his fourth yellow card of the season.
Birmingham City defeated West Bromwich Albion 1-0 thanks to an August Priske penalty.
Manager Chris Davies praised Bird's technical quality, balance, and impact off the substitutes' bench.

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Birmingham City secured a 1-0 victory against West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns courtesy of August Priske's first-half penalty. Returning midfielder Max Bird made an impactful 20-minute substitute appearance, providing the midfield poise Birmingham had lacked, while Bright Osayi-Samuel delivered another strong display but collected his fourth booking of the season.

BirminghamLive's Alex Dicken argues that Bird offers the quality in possession and balance Chris Davies' side has missed. However, a potential suspension blow looms for Osayi-Samuel, who is now just one yellow card away from a one-match ban.

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