Birmingham City's 1-0 win over Swansea City in their opening match of the 2026-27 EFL Championship season was a promising start to the new campaign. However, the Blues face a tough test in their next match against Sheffield United, who have made several squad changes over the summer. The Blades have brought in former England midfielder Kalvin Phillips on a season-long loan from Manchester City, and defender Matt Doherty has also joined the squad. Birmingham City, on the other hand, arrived at Bramall Lane with a fully fit squad available for selection, having strengthened during the summer with additions including Dael Fry, Jhon Solís, and Kristoffer Lund. The match was available in the United Kingdom on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football, with streaming on Sky Go and NOW. In the United States, the match was available through the CBS Sports Golazo Network, Paramount+, and Fubo. With both teams entering the Championship season after positive cup results, the Sheffield United vs. Birmingham City matchup provided an early test of their ambitions for the new campaign. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 10th in Championship, 64 pts, 17W-13D-16L from 46 games, recent form DWWDW. Goals this season: 57 scored, 56 conceded (+1 goal difference). Title race: 31 points behind leaders Coventry.