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Coventry - Birmingham
England Championship - Ricoh Arena
Prediction 1
Coventry to Win
1/2 (1.50)
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Prediction 2
BTTS
7/10 (1.70)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change
Coventry and Birmingham go head-to-head at The Coventry Building Society Arena in the English Championship on Saturday, April 29th. Play-off chasing Coventry are favourites to claim three points at Birmingham’s expense. Read our Championship predictions along with the latest odds for the fixture below in our detailed match preview.
Today's Predictions for Coventry vs Birmingham
Coventry have lost just one of their last 15 games in the Championship ahead of their Midlands derby against Birmingham on Saturday. Read our top Coventry vs Birmingham predictions for this weekend’s fixture.
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Coventry to Win
Coventry’s 2-1 win over Reading last time out allowed them to climb into the playoff positions in the Championship and with the bit between their teeth, the Sky Blues could strengthen their bid for a place in the top six with a win at home to Midlands rivals Birmingham on Saturday. City have dropped points in four of their last five games and they could come unstuck again when they visit a Coventry side enjoying a rich vein of form.
Both Teams to Score
Our second Coventry vs Birmingham prediction dips into the goals markets where a stake on BTTS is favoured at the prices on offer. Both teams have scored in five of Coventry’s last seven Championship assignments at home, while 70% of Birmingham’s last ten away games in the second tier have also produced action at both ends. Expect a similar outcome at The Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday.
Top Betting Odds and Stats for Coventry vs Birmingham
View our list of key stats for Saturday’s skirmish featuring Coventry vs Birmingham below alongside a tool to help you choose the most lucrative odds.
Head to Head
17/09/22
England Championship CHA
Birmingham
Coventry
0
0
15/04/22
England Championship CHA
Birmingham
Coventry
2
4
23/11/21
England Championship CHA
Coventry
Birmingham
0
0
30/01/21
England Championship CHA
Birmingham
Coventry
1
1
20/11/20
England Championship CHA
Coventry
Birmingham
0
0
Last Five - Coventry
30/09/23
England Championship CHA
QPR
Coventry
0
0
D
25/09/23
England Championship CHA
Huddersfield
Coventry
1
1
D
19/09/23
England Championship CHA
Cardiff
Coventry
3
2
L
15/09/23
England Championship CHA
Hull
Coventry
1
1
D
02/09/23
England Championship CHA
Watford
Coventry
3
3
D
Last Five - Birmingham
30/09/23
England Championship CHA
Norwich
Birmingham
0
0
D
22/09/23
England Championship CHA
QPR
Birmingham
0
0
D
19/09/23
England Championship CHA
Preston
Birmingham
2
1
L
16/09/23
England Championship CHA
Watford
Birmingham
2
0
L
02/09/23
England Championship CHA
Millwall
Birmingham
1
1
D
Let's take a closer look at the latest markets, Coventry – Birmingham odds and probability figures ahead of Saturday’s showdown below.
Coventry odds: 1/2 (1.5) – 66.7%
Draw odds: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.3%
Birmingham odds: 17/5 (4.40) – 22.7%
Coventry have been listed as the expected winners by the bookmakers this weekend, with the probability of a home victory available to back at 66.7%. A 1-0 win in the host’s favour meanwhile, is a price that appeals in the correct score market at 9/1 (10.00), while backing a draw in the half time result market could be of interest at 21/20 (2.05). That option comes equipped with an implied probability of 48.8%. If you’re looking for more of the best football betting tips today, make sure to follow the link.
Coventry vs Birmingham Team News & Injuries
Read all of the latest injury updates, Coventry vs Birmingham lineups and team news for Saturday’s Championship face off below.
Coventry
Kasey Palmer, Ben Sheaf and Callum O'Hare are absent in midfield for Birmingham while attacker Fabio Tavares is still working his way back from an ankle injury and will miss out again. Coventry moved into fifth spot with their win over Rotherham last time out.
Predicted Lineup for Coventry: Wilson – McNally, Doyle, Panzo – Dabo, Eccles, Kelly, Hamer, Wilson-Esbrand – Gyokeres, Godden
Birmingham
Birmingham could be without the services of Gary Gardner, Dion Sanderson, Josh Williams, Tate Campbell, George Hall and Przemyslaw Placheta on Saturday. The Blues slipped to a disappointing 1-0 loss at home to Blackpool in their last test.
Predicted Lineup for Birmingham: Etheridge – Colin, Roberts, Long, Trusty – Bielik, Bacuna – Chong, James, Bellingham – Jutkiewicz
Player to Watch – Gustavo Hamer
Gustavo Hamer is enjoying a stellar campaign for Coventry this season and the Dutchman proved his worth again in City’s last game against Rotherham, notching a goal and an assist in the Sky Blue’s 2-1 win. The 25-year-old now has eight goals and ten assists overall in the Championship this term.
Starting Lineups
Official lineups are usually released approximately one hour before kick-off.
Coventry
Birmingham
Coventry vs Birmingham Coverage and Frequently Asked Questions
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds at Stake and Ladbrokes for Saturday’s game.
What time does this fixture kick off?
The game is scheduled to start at 15:00 BST.
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
Coventry and Birmingham drew 0-0 when they last faced off in September. Make sure to check out our expert Coventry vs Birmingham prediction near the top of this preview.
