Birmingham vs Peterborough Prediction 28 Sep 2024

⚽ League One - Round 8 Preview

📅 28 Sep 2024

⏰ 15:00 GMT +1

🏟 St. Andrew's Stadium (Birmingham)

Birmingham City will take on Peterborough United in a League One Round 8 encounter at St. Andrew's Stadium. Birmingham boasts an impressive record this season, with five wins and one draw from six matches, totaling 13 goals scored and just 6 conceded, giving them a goal difference of +7. At home, they remain strong, having won two and drawn one of their matches, scoring 6 goals while conceding 3. Their last competitive outing saw them secure a solid 2-0 victory against Rotherham. Key players for Birmingham include Christoph Klarer and Seung-Ho Paik, who have both performed consistently, and Alfie May, who is tied for 3rd to 5th in the top scorers list with four goals.

Peterborough United has recorded three wins, two draws, and two losses this season, amassing 12 goals scored and 11 conceded for a slight goal difference of +1. On the road, they have been relatively successful, winning two matches and drawing one, with a total of 8 goals scored and only 4 conceded. In their most recent match, Peterborough drew 2-2 with Leyton Orient. Key players for Peterborough include Emmanuel Fernandez, known for his impactful performances, alongside Kwame Poku and Hector Kyprianou, who have been ever-present in the last five matches.

Historically, Birmingham has faced Peterborough in their last five encounters, winning two, losing one, and drawing two. Their most recent clash in January 2022 ended in a 2-2 draw.

Both teams possess strong offensive capabilities, with Birmingham scoring 13 goals this season, ranking them 2nd to 3rd in the league, while Peterborough’s 12 goals put them in the 4th to 6th position. Defensively, Birmingham holds the upper hand, having conceded just 6 goals (ranking them 4th to 8th), compared to Peterborough's 11 goals conceded (positioned 17th to 21st).

Where to watch Birmingham vs Peterborough?

📺 Link to watch Birmingham vs Peterborough Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Alfie May (Birmingham): A standout forward currently sharing a top spot in the scoring charts with four goals.
• Emmanuel Fernandez (Peterborough): A key player known for his consistent performances and contributions to the team's attack.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Birmingham has the highest number of wins in the league with 5 out of 6 matches.
• Peterborough has committed the fewest fouls this season, averaging 7.9 per match.
• Birmingham remains unbeaten in their last 7 matches this season.

💡 Birmingham vs Peterborough Prediction

Birmingham enters this match as the clear favorite given their stellar form and solid home record. With a potent attack and a resilient defense, they are expected to maintain their unbeaten streak against a Peterborough side that has struggled defensively. While Peterborough's offense can pose a threat, Birmingham’s home advantage and current momentum suggest a comfortable win for the hosts.

Birmingham vs Peterborough Betting Tips

• Birmingham to win.
• Under 4.5 total goals in the match.
• Both teams to score in the second half.