England : League One - Shrewsbury Town vs Birmingham City

Shrewsbury finds themselves in dire straits, rooted to the bottom of League One after a dismal run of six consecutive defeats. The Shrews have been toothless in attack, managing just one goal during this woeful stretch. With confidence at an all-time low and no sign of a turnaround, they face a daunting challenge against one of the league’s strongest teams.

Birmingham, the clear favorites for promotion, arrive at The Croud Meadow with expectations to dominate. While their recent form has seen a slight dip, they remain firmly in the hunt for the League One title. A win here, coupled with their game in hand, could see them reclaim top spot. Boasting superior quality in every area of the pitch, Birmingham’s attacking duo of Alfie May and young talent Jay Stansfield is set to cause havoc against Shrewsbury’s struggling defense.

Shrewsbury’s lack of firepower and leaky defense play right into Birmingham’s hands. Expect the visitors to control proceedings from start to finish, creating numerous chances and applying constant pressure. Despite their slight stumble in form, this fixture provides the perfect opportunity for Birmingham to reassert their dominance in the league and secure a commanding victory. I predict the Blues to win by two or more goals, which looks likely given the gulf in class and Shrewsbury’s dire state.

Prediction: Birmingham Asian Handicap -1.5