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Championship 2025-2026 • Matchweek 44
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Birmingham
Birmingham
11th place
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VS
18:45
22 Apr 2026
Preston
Preston
7th place
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Birmingham vs Preston: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Wednesday, 22 April, 2026 13:45

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Prediction League
Championship 2025-2026
18:45
Birmingham
:
Preston

Scoring Rules

Points are calculated automatically based on your predicted score. Maximum 5 points per match.

Category Points Condition
Exact Score 5 Your prediction matches the final score exactly.
Outcome (1X2) 2 You correctly predicted the winner or a draw.
BTTS Bonus +1 You correctly predicted if both teams score (or if at least one doesn't).
Total Goals Bonus +1 You correctly predicted if total goals are Over or Under 2.5.

Examples:

  • Match result: 3:1 (Home Win, BTTS: Yes, Total: Over 2.5)
    • Prediction 3:1 → 5 points (Exact Score)
    • Prediction 2:1 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
    • Prediction 2:0 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: No/Yes mismatch)
    • Prediction 1:1 → 1 point (BTTS: +1, Outcome mismatch)
  • Match result: 2:0 (Home Win, BTTS: No, Total: Under 2.5)
    • Prediction 2:0 → 5 points (Exact Score)
    • Prediction 1:0 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
    • Prediction 3:1 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: Yes/No mismatch)
Birmingham
w d w w d
16 Played
8 Wins
7 Draws
1 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.9 (30 total)
xG
1.80 (28.4 total)
Shots per Match
17.7 (283 total)
Shots on Target
5.1 (29% acc)
Corners
6.4 (103 total)
Defense
Conceded
0.9 per match
xGa
0.80 per match
Clean Sheets
5 (31%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.8 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (2 total)
Fouls
11.7 (187 total)
Offsides
1.7 (27 total)
17 Played
5 Wins
3 Draws
9 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
0.9 (16 total)
xG
0.90 (15.5 total)
Shots per Match
10.3 (175 total)
Shots on Target
2.4 (23% acc)
Corners
4.6 (78 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.5 per match
xGa
1.20 per match
Clean Sheets
3 (18%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.6 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (2 total)
Fouls
11.2 (190 total)
Offsides
1.5 (25 total)
33 Played
13 Wins
10 Draws
10 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.4 (46 total)
xG
1.30 (44.0 total)
Shots per Match
13.9 (458 total)
Shots on Target
3.7 (27% acc)
Corners
5.5 (181 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.2 per match
xGa
1.00 per match
Clean Sheets
8 (24%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.7 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (4 total)
Fouls
11.4 (377 total)
Offsides
1.6 (52 total)
Preston
l l d w d
18 Played
7 Wins
6 Draws
5 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.2 (22 total)
xG
1.10 (19.4 total)
Shots per Match
11.1 (200 total)
Shots on Target
3.3 (30% acc)
Corners
4.6 (82 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.1 per match
xGa
1.20 per match
Clean Sheets
5 (28%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.1 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (2 total)
Fouls
10 (180 total)
Offsides
1.6 (28 total)
15 Played
5 Wins
6 Draws
4 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.2 (18 total)
xG
0.90 (13.9 total)
Shots per Match
10.1 (151 total)
Shots on Target
3.5 (35% acc)
Corners
3.5 (53 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.2 per match
xGa
1.40 per match
Clean Sheets
4 (27%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.9 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (1 total)
Fouls
10.5 (158 total)
Offsides
1.7 (25 total)
33 Played
12 Wins
12 Draws
9 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.2 (40 total)
xG
1.00 (33.3 total)
Shots per Match
10.6 (351 total)
Shots on Target
3.4 (32% acc)
Corners
4.1 (135 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.1 per match
xGa
1.30 per match
Clean Sheets
9 (27%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (3 total)
Fouls
10.2 (338 total)
Offsides
1.6 (53 total)

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In this exciting Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season matchup, Birmingham will take on Preston as part of the 2025-2026 season in Championship. This match is part of Matchweek 44 and will take place on 2026-04-22 at 2026-04-22 in the famous St. Andrew's @ Knighthead Park. The referee for the game will be . Fans can expect an intense battle between the home team, Birmingham, and the visiting side, Preston. The scoreline predictions suggest . Kickoff Details: Date: 2026-04-22 Time: 18:45 Location: St. Andrew's @ Knighthead Park Stay tuned to see how the teams perform in this crucial game!

Value Bets and Betting Odds Comparison for Birmingham vs Preston Wednesday, Apr 22nd, 2026 at 13:45 Football

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🤖 AI Pattern Insights

Our model identified 7 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:

  • 🧱
    Defensive Fortress

    Birmingham have league's best defense — hard to break down

  • 📈
    Dominant Chance Creation

    Birmingham create high-quality chances consistently (xG 1.5+) — strong attacking threat with quality service

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🎯 Betting Analysis

Birmingham vs Preston

🔮 Main Prediction by Periods

🚀 Match Start: Birmingham is stronger in the first 15 minutes (7 vs 4).
⏰ First Half: Birmingham is stronger in the first half (15 vs 10).
⚡ Final Stage: Preston is stronger in the final minutes (6 vs 3).

💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the home team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.

⚔️ Team Comparison

🏠 Birmingham

Early Strength
Strong
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0
Pressure
0.12

✈️ Preston

Early Strength
Weak
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.14
Pressure
0.11

⏰ Match Periods Analysis

📊 Periods Explanation:

Fast Start (0-15 min): Who starts the match better and scores in the first 15 minutes.

First Half (0-45 min): Overall team effectiveness in the first half.

Second Half (46-90 min): How teams play after the break.

Final Stage (76-90 min): Who is stronger in the final minutes of the match.

🏠 Birmingham - Periods

🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
7
Avg. Goals per Match
0.35
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
15
Avg. Goals per Match
0.75
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
3
Avg. Goals per Match
0.15

✈️ Preston - Periods

🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
4
Avg. Goals per Match
0.2
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
10
Avg. Goals per Match
0.5
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
6
Avg. Goals per Match
0.3

🏆 Detailed Team Analysis

🏠 Birmingham - Details

📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
2
Comeback Goals
3
Negative Sequences
1
Killer Goals
13
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
7
Late Pressure
3
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
7
Half-time Spurts
8
Second Half Starts
6
Late Surges
3
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
1
Late Conceded
5

✈️ Preston - Details

📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
0
Comeback Goals
9
Negative Sequences
2
Killer Goals
5
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
4
Late Pressure
6
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
4
Half-time Spurts
6
Second Half Starts
3
Late Surges
6
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
4
Late Conceded
5

💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods

  • 🚀 Home Fast Start: Birmingham often scores in the first 15 minutes (7 vs 4)
  • First Goal Home: High probability of Birmingham scoring first
  • ⏰ Home First Half: Birmingham is stronger in the first half (15 vs 10)
  • First Half Result: Consider Birmingham to win the first half
  • ⚡ Final Stage Mastery: Preston excels in the closing minutes (6 vs 3 late goals)
  • Last Goal Scorer: High probability of Preston scoring the final goal
  • Late Goals Market: Consider bets on goals after 75th minute
  • Overall Result: Birmingham has an advantage in the match
  • Home Handicap: Consider Birmingham handicap
  • Total Goals: Analyze team goal statistics
  • Both Teams to Score: Consider defensive qualities of teams

📊 Factor Breakdown

💡 Factor Explanations:

Momentum: Team's ability to maintain and develop success. Shows how the team reacts to scored and conceded goals.

Pressure: Team's ability to create dangerous moments and score in important match moments.

Timing: Team's ability to score in specific periods of the match (start, end of half, etc.).

Defense: Defensive reliability in different periods of the match.

Momentum (Advantage)
Away +0.135
Pressure (Advantage)
Home +0.009
Timing (Advantage)
Home +0.013 (minimal)
Defense (Advantage)
Home +0.045

📝 Detailed Summary

🏠 Home Team Analysis (Birmingham):

Momentum: Weak - team may lose concentration. Pressure: Moderate - team periodically creates danger. Defense: Reliable at the start of the match.

✈️ Away Team Analysis (Preston):

Momentum: Strong - team reacts well to changes in the match. Pressure: Moderate - team periodically creates danger. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.

🎯 Final Betting Recommendations:

Teams are approximately equal in strength across all periods. Consider bets on draw, low total goals, or exact score.

Birmingham
Preston

Birmingham vs Preston Head-to-head statistics for Wed 22 Apr, 2026 @ 13:45 Championship

Championship 2025-2026 – Group #1

#
Club
M
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pt
6
Derby
w d w l w
>
32
13
9
10
47
39
8
48
7
Preston
l l d w d
>
32
12
12
8
40
36
4
48
8
Wrexham
l d w w l
>
31
12
11
8
44
39
5
47

10
Southampton
w d w w w
>
32
12
10
10
48
44
4
46
11
Birmingham
w d w w d
>
32
12
10
10
43
39
4
46
12
Watford
d l d l d
>
32
11
12
9
41
38
3
45
Birmingham
VS
Preston
Last 7 Head-to-Head Matches
3 Wins
2 Draws
2 Wins
Attack
Goals Scored
0.9 (6)
0.7 (5)
xG
0.80
1.60
Shots
10.9 (76)
10.7 (75)
Shots on Target
3.1 (22)
3.6 (25)
Corners
4 (28)
5 (35)
Defense
Conceded
0.7 (5)
0.9 (6)
xGa
1.60
0.80
Clean Sheets
4 (57%)
1 (14%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.1 (15)
1.6 (11)
Fouls
11 (77)
10.9 (76)
Offsides
1.1 (8)
2 (14)
21 Oct
- 18:45
Preston
Birmingham
1.62
xG
0.83
0
1
Prob 86%
Away Total Under 1.5
Odd 1.45
1 Apr
- 14:00
Birmingham
Preston
1
0
19 Sep
- 18:45
Preston
Birmingham
2
1
21 Jan
- 15:00
Birmingham
Preston
1
2
3 Sep
- 14:00
Preston
Birmingham
0
1
15 Jan
- 15:00
Preston
Birmingham
1
1
25 Sep
- 14:00
Birmingham
Preston
0
0
Last 6 Matches
Birmingham
VS
Preston
3/6 (50%) Victories 1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%) Draws 2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%) Defeats 3/6 (50%)
2.00 PPG 0.83
1.33 Avg Goals Scored 0.67
0.50 Avg Goals Conceded 1.83
50% BTTS % 33%
0% Over 2.5 Goals Scored % 0%
1.52 Avg xG 0.64
Birmingham
W D W W D
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10 Feb 2026 - 20:00
Birmingham
0 0
West Brom
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7 Feb 2026 - 15:01
Birmingham
2 1
Leicester
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31 Jan 2026 - 15:00
Oxford United
0 2
Birmingham
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24 Jan 2026 - 15:00
Birmingham
1 1
Stoke City
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20 Jan 2026 - 19:45
Sheffield Wednesday
0 2
Birmingham
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17 Jan 2026 - 17:30
Swansea
1 1
Birmingham
Preston
L L D W D
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
14 Feb 2026 - 15:00
Preston
2 2
Watford
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
7 Feb 2026 - 15:01
Preston
1 0
Portsmouth
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
31 Jan 2026 - 15:00
Ipswich
1 1
Preston
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
24 Jan 2026 - 12:30
Middlesbrough
4 0
Preston
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
20 Jan 2026 - 19:45
Preston
0 3
Hull City
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
17 Jan 2026 - 15:00
Preston
0 1
Derby

Birmingham vs Preston: Pre-match Stats Comparison

This section provides average statistics and percentages on the main markets for the last 10 matches of both teams ℹ️

Home/Away: Shows home matches for Birmingham and away matches for Preston

Number of goals
Birmingham
Under
Over
Preston
Under
Over
0.5
20% 2
80% 8
40% 4
60% 6
1.5
50% 5
50% 5
70% 7
30% 3
2.5
80% 8
20% 2
90% 9
10% 1
3.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Birmingham
Preston
Yes
60% 6
30% 3
No
40% 4
70% 7
1X2
Birmingham
Preston
1
50% 5
30% 3
X
40% 4
20% 2
2
10% 1
50% 5
Double Chance
Birmingham
Preston
12
60% 6
80% 8
1X
90% 9
50% 5
X2
50% 5
70% 7
Total Goals
Birmingham
Preston
0-1
10% 1
30% 3
2-3
70% 7
50% 5
4+
20% 2
20% 2
Total Corners
Birmingham
Under
Over
Preston
Under
Over
7.5
70% 7
30% 3
90% 9
10% 1
8.5
70% 7
30% 3
100% 10
0% 0
9.5
70% 7
30% 3
100% 10
0% 0
10.5
80% 8
20% 2
100% 10
0% 0
Clean Sheet
Birmingham
Preston
Yes
30% 3
30% 3
No
70% 7
70% 7
1X2 HT - FT
Birmingham
Preston
HT 1 - FT 1
30% 3
30% 3
HT 1 - FT 2
0% 0
0% 0
HT 1 - FT X
10% 1
10% 1
HT 2 - FT 1
0% 0
0% 0
HT 2 - FT 2
10% 1
30% 3
HT 2 - FT X
10% 1
0% 0
HT X - FT 1
20% 2
0% 0
HT X - FT 2
0% 0
20% 2
HT X - FT X
20% 2
10% 1
xG(xGa)
Birmingham
Preston
xG
1.29
0.83
xGa
0.89
1.46
Number of goals
Birmingham
Under
Over
Preston
Under
Over
0.5
50% 5
50% 5
60% 6
40% 4
1.5
80% 8
20% 2
100% 10
0% 0
2.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
3.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Birmingham
Preston
Yes
20% 2
0% 0
No
80% 8
100% 10
1X2
Birmingham
Preston
1
40% 4
40% 4
X
40% 4
30% 3
2
20% 2
30% 3
Double Chance
Birmingham
Preston
12
60% 6
70% 7
1X
80% 8
70% 7
X2
60% 6
60% 6
Total Goals
Birmingham
Preston
0-1
60% 6
80% 8
2-3
40% 4
20% 2
4+
0% 0
0% 0
Clean Sheet
Birmingham
Preston
Yes
60% 6
70% 7
No
40% 4
30% 3
Number of goals
Birmingham
Under
Over
Preston
Under
Over
0.5
30% 3
70% 7
50% 5
50% 5
1.5
90% 9
10% 1
90% 9
10% 1
2.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
3.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Birmingham
Preston
Yes
30% 3
30% 3
No
70% 7
70% 7
1X2
Birmingham
Preston
1
40% 4
20% 2
X
30% 3
30% 3
2
30% 3
50% 5
Double Chance
Birmingham
Preston
12
70% 7
70% 7
1X
70% 7
50% 5
X2
60% 6
80% 8
Total Goals
Birmingham
Preston
0-1
60% 6
60% 6
2-3
40% 4
40% 4
4+
0% 0
0% 0
Clean Sheet
Birmingham
Preston
Yes
50% 5
30% 3
No
50% 5
70% 7
1.37 xG 0.81
59% Ball Possession 41%
15 Total Shots 10
5 Shots on Goal 4
10 Shots Off Goal 6
6 Corners 4
2 Yellow Cards 2
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