Chris Davies admits last season's unrealistic expectations were draining. Now, Birmingham City adopts a quieter approach, focusing on set pieces and togetherness to improve on a 10th-place finish.
Birmingham City midfielder Paik Seung-ho has been granted extended leave after playing for South Korea in the World Cup. He will delay shoulder surgery and return to the club in a week, with a potential appearance against FC Barcelona.
A parent's query about a son's cancelled insurance due to speeding reveals that policy cancellations must be declared forever, with experts advising full disclosure to avoid invalidating cover.
Birmingham City manager Chris Davies reveals the club will target free agents and loan deals for goalkeepers to prioritize spending on attacking reinforcements.
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Modou Keba Cisse could get the chance to impress Unai Emery during pre-season after helping LASK win the Austrian Bundesliga title, with Austrian expert Dorian Schuster providing a detailed analysis of his performances.
Aston Villa news: Juve to discuss Martinez transfer, Onana ACL injury confirmed, NSWE ownership change explained, plus stadium upgrades and loan moves.
Aston Villa has invested £6 million in general admission improvements at Villa Park over two years, but acknowledges the 130-year-old stadium's physical limitations. The North Stand will close next season for redevelopment, increasing capacity to over 50,
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Birmingham City appoint Scott Fry as first designated set piece coach, aiming to improve from 16 goals scored and 17 conceded last season, following Lincoln City's success with 30 set piece goals in consecutive seasons.
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Birmingham City appoints Scott Fry as set piece coach from Rangers, aiming to improve dead-ball efficiency after conceding 17 goals from set pieces last season.
Tyrone Mings enters final year of Aston Villa contract after Europa League triumph. Pundits debate whether he should stay for a final season or seek regular football elsewhere.
Sam Hudson, formerly of Aston Villa and Portsmouth, has been appointed as an individual development coach at Newcastle United's academy, marking his 14th season in professional football.
Morgan Rogers laughs off £130m valuation as Villa target Lamare Bogarde attracts interest from Brighton and Sunderland. Emi Buendia enters final year of contract.
Emi Buendia's contract expires in 2027 after a stellar season. Journalists discuss whether Villa should offer a new deal or sell while his stock is high.
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Morgan Rogers has dismissed reports that Aston Villa value him at £130 million, calling the speculation 'outside noise' as he focuses on England's World Cup campaign.
Birmingham City have signed Middlesbrough captain Dael Fry on a free transfer, beating competition from West Ham and Wrexham. The 28-year-old centre-back joins on a three-year deal.
Birmingham City face contract decisions on 10 players including Tomoki Iwata, Jack Robinson, and Scott Wright as the new football year begins in July 2026.
Birmingham City are set to appoint highly-rated Rangers set piece coach Scott Fry, who helped Rangers score 19 set piece goals last season. Fry previously excelled at Lincoln City.
Aston Villa has set a British record valuation of £130 million for Morgan Rogers, exceeding the £116m paid for Elliot Anderson, according to The Telegraph.
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Birmingham City started pre-season with 24 senior players reporting, including Marvin Ducksch and returning loanees, as Chris Davies prepares for six weeks of training ahead of the Carabao Cup opener against Swansea.
Channel Rotary Adventure Golf Competition returns to Folkestone Harbour Arm for its second year on July 2025. Teams and individuals can enter this 12-hole beachside course with bunkers and undulating greens. Entry £10 per person.
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Former fitness coach Dave Carolan reveals the gruelling testing and screening that awaits Birmingham City players as they return for pre-season at the EPIC centre.
Robert Snodgrass advises Jarrod Bowen to stay at West Ham despite links to Aston Villa and Everton, citing loyalty and the chance to lead the club back to the Premier League.
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The Mazda CX-30 has been named the most reliable family car on UK roads with a 93% score, beating the Tesla Model 3 and BMW 1 Series in Auto Express's Driver Power survey.
Former Aston Villa defender Tommy Elphick is poised to become Liverpool's assistant manager under Andoni Iraola, after agreeing to leave Bournemouth alongside Shaun Cooper.
Costa Coffee at Birmingham Bullring is temporarily boarded up for a refresh after 23 years. A new cafe, Vyve, specializing in coffee and matcha, will open soon in a kiosk space.
A new sports pitches and community hub development has been approved for a West Midlands village, promising enhanced recreational facilities and local economic benefits.
Hyndburn Borough Council is investing £255,000 to replace the Eagle Street skate park in Accrington with modern concrete ramps, funded by the government's Pride in Place Impact programme. Community consultation will shape the design.
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Alan Hutton warns Aston Villa that replacing Morgan Rogers would be extremely difficult even if they receive £100 million, citing his key role and character at the club.
