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Birmingham City to assess 22-year-old ahead of Millwall clash amid injury worry

Birmingham City will have to make checks on the goalkeeper as they look to keep their momentum going in the Championship.

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 8:39 AM
Birmingham City to assess 22-year-old ahead of Millwall clash amid injury worry
Key Things to Know
  • Birmingham City will assess goalkeeper James Beadle ahead of their Championship match against Millwall.
  • Manager Chris Davies confirmed Beadle was substituted due to a knock during the 3-1 win over Lincoln City.
  • Veteran goalkeeper Ryan Allsop replaced Beadle and remains the alternative option to start.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Birmingham City will assess 22-year-old goalkeeper James Beadle ahead of their upcoming Championship fixture against Millwall. Manager Chris Davies confirmed Beadle was substituted during the weekend's 3-1 victory against Lincoln City after sustaining an unspecified knock, prompting the introduction of backup goalkeeper Ryan Allsop.

Beadle, who returned on loan from Brighton and Hove Albion, has made 14 appearances and kept five clean sheets across all competitions this season. The Blues currently sit sixth in the Championship table, and Davies aims to avoid unnecessary risks with Beadle ahead of Tuesday's match.

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