Birmingham Vs Lincoln

Birmingham City is gearing up to continue its campaign on multiple fronts as 2025 rolls on. This Saturday, they will host fellow League One competitors Lincoln City at St Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park in an FA Cup third-round clash. The Blues come into this tie in high spirits, buoyed by a strong run of form during the festive period as they push for promotion to the Championship. In contrast, Lincoln City has struggled to generate consistent results, particularly in the attacking department, leaving them at a crossroads in their season.

Birmingham’s journey since their unexpected 3-2 defeat against relegation-threatened Shrewsbury Town on November 23 has been nothing short of impressive. That loss seemed to ignite a spark within Chris Davies’s squad, as they have since embarked on an 11-match unbeaten streak across League One, the EFL Trophy, and the FA Cup. This strong run has brought renewed optimism and energy to the blue half of the Second City. The team’s determination and consistency have been evident in their performances, with Birmingham navigating a packed schedule without succumbing to fatigue or complacency.

However, their momentum faced a slight hiccup at the start of the new year. Back-to-back draws against Blackpool and Stockport County threatened to dampen the festive cheer around St Andrew’s. Yet, true to their form, the Blues bounced back emphatically with a resounding 3-0 victory over Wigan Athletic at the Brick Community Stadium last weekend. It was a statement win, highlighting their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. Alfie May, a player who has been pivotal to Birmingham’s success this season, delivered a first-half brace to take his tally to 10 League One goals for the campaign. The former Cheltenham Town and Charlton Athletic forward is in fine form, vying for the division’s Golden Boot alongside high-profile teammate Jay Stansfield, a £20 million signing whose impact has also been significant.

Birmingham’s dominance at home has been a cornerstone of their success this season. St Andrew’s has been a fortress for the Blues, with only Premier League side Fulham managing to inflict a defeat there across all