Birmingham City will start the 2026-27 season with a Carabao Cup tie against Swansea City. The match is scheduled for the weekend of 7-9 August.

What's at Stake?

Birmingham City, managed by Chris Davies, will look to build on their recent form, having finished 10th in the Championship with 64 points, 17 wins, 13 draws, and 16 losses from 46 games.

Their recent form has been promising, with a record of DWWDW. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 10th | | Points | 64 | | Goal Difference | +1 |

Head-to-Head Record

The two teams have met recently, with Birmingham City earning a point in their last meeting in January, thanks to Patrick Roberts' second-half goal. Birmingham City also beat Swansea City 1-0 at home last September.

Upcoming Fixtures

After the Carabao Cup tie, Birmingham City will travel to Sheffield United on Saturday, 15 August, to begin their Championship campaign. Swansea City, managed by Vitor Matos, will start their league campaign at Stoke City on the same day.

Birmingham City will aim to close the 31-point gap to leaders Coventry and make a strong start to the 2026-27 season.