Wrexham vs Birmingham City prediction and betting tips on January 23, 2025
On January 23, at the "Racecourse Ground," Wrexham will host Birmingham City in the 28th round of League One. Here's a betting suggestion for goals, cards, or the winner of this match.
Wrexham
The club holds the distinction of being one of the oldest still in existence, ranking among the top three "dinosaurs" of British—and world—football. However, until Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney stepped in with both passion and financial backing, Wrexham was largely forgotten. Under their stewardship, the Welsh side has made rapid progress, earning promotion to League One last season.
The ambitions of this club are no secret, with even jokes circulating about a possible Ronaldo signing. Neither the management nor the players plan to settle for mid-table status. As a newcomer, Wrexham has demonstrated its high aspirations by consistently winning over half its matches and contending for the top spots. However, a loss to Shrewsbury in the previous round marked their second defeat in three games.
Birmingham City
While Wrexham lingered in football’s "lower depths," Birmingham City achieved notable success, winning the 2011 League Cup. However, that triumph coincided with their relegation from the Premier League—a demotion they have yet to reverse. A series of missteps, including a failed gamble on Wayne Rooney, led to their eventual relegation from the Championship.
Despite this, Birmingham retained much of their solid squad and even added a few expensive acquisitions by League One standards. While money alone doesn't guarantee success, the "Blues" have managed to remain among the division's leaders. A 1-0 victory over Exeter extended their winning streak to four matches.
Match facts
- Wrexham has lost twice in their last three matches.
- Birmingham City has won four consecutive matches.
- 50% of Birmingham's games feature goals from both teams, with an average of 2.46 total goals per match.
Head-to-head
In 2006, Birmingham hosted Wrexham in the League Cup and secured a 4-1 victory in extra time. More recently, in September, the "Blues" earned a confident 3-1 home win.
Prediction: Wrexham vs Birmingham City
Bookmakers favor the visitors. We recommend betting on Birmingham City with a "0" handicap (odds: 1.6).
