Dec 30th features a match where Birmingham City plays host to Hull City in a meeting of these two Championship teams. Weather on match day is looking like a windy and cool day, with daytime temperatures of only 9 degrees, which will make playing unpleasant. In their last match, Birmingham City recorded a 3-2 win against Reading. Troy Deeney struck first for Birmingham City in the 2nd minute on a feed from Juninho Bacuna, then Troy Deeney added another in the 23rd minute on a penalty. Birmingham City is looking for direction having earned 16 points in their last 10 matches, while in their last match, 21st placed Hull City, recorded a 1-1 draw against Blackpool. Sonny Carey struck first for Blackpool in the 28th minute on a feed from Gary Madine, then Oscar Estupiñan got the equalizer for Hull City in the 77th minute on a feed from Lewie Coyle earning Hull City at least a draw. Hull City is looking for direction having earned 12 points in their last 10 matches.
In their last match together, Birmingham City was victorious by a score of 2 to 0. Troy Deeney scored the first goal for Birmingham City in the 14th minute on a penalty, then Juninho Bacuna added another in the 47th minute on a feed from Tahith Chong In the end, Hull City was frustrated by Birmingham City’s defence and couldn’t put any tallies on the board. Birmingham City ended the match with the shutout victory.
Hull City is having problems scoring lately. Their top scorers, Jacob Greaves and Tyler Smith each only have 1 goal in their last five. Troy Deeney has been the most effective weapon for Birmingham City lately. The English attacker has netted 3 goals in his last five matches.