The Welsh side are targeting their first win of the season: Wrexham vs Birmingham City prediction
The third-round Championship match between Wrexham and Birmingham City will take place on 28 August at the Racecourse Ground. Both teams have collected two points from their opening two matches and are still without a league win: the hosts sit 14th, while the visitors are one place higher.
Wrexham: two 1-1 draws, but they look fairly solid
Phil Parkinson's side began the season with a 1-0 defeat to Middlesbrough in the League Cup before sharing the points twice in the Championship. Wrexham first let victory slip against Cardiff after conceding a late equaliser, then came from behind themselves to draw 1-1 with Watford.
Despite still being without a win, the Welsh side have looked organised and have not allowed opponents to create too much. The club's owners continue to strengthen the squad with promotion in mind, and a home match against a direct rival looks like a good opportunity to claim their first three points.
Birmingham City: quick response needed after 6-1 defeat
Chris Davies' side made a fairly steady start to their league campaign, drawing 0-0 with Sheffield United and 2-2 with Bristol City. However, Birmingham suffered a painful 6-1 defeat to Brentford in the League Cup in midweek, significantly increasing the pressure on the manager.
Before that result, the visitors had gone three competitive matches unbeaten, including a 1-0 cup victory over Swansea. Demarai Gray has scored in each of his last two appearances and could earn a place in the starting line-up, but after conceding six goals, the main question concerns the state of the defence.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Both teams drew their opening two Championship matches.
- The last two meetings between the sides at the Racecourse Ground both ended 1-1.
- Birmingham City head into the match after a 6-1 defeat to Brentford.
Home advantage could make the difference: Wrexham vs Birmingham City prediction
Wrexham have not impressed in front of goal so far, but they have produced two fairly solid league performances and look more stable than their opponents. After such a heavy cup defeat, the visitors may need time to restore confidence in defence.
The game should be tight, just like the previous two meetings between these teams at Wrexham's ground. However, home support and the calmer atmosphere around Parkinson's side could give the hosts a slight edge.
