Birmingham City FC secures 2-1 comeback win at Derby

Birmingham City pulled off a 2-1 comeback victory over Derby County at Pride Park on September 12, earning three crucial points in the EFL Championship. The result was sealed by South Korean midfielder Paik Seung-Ho, whose decisive strike ended a goal drought stretching back to December 2025. For a player whose finishing ability manager Chris Davies has repeatedly praised, the timing could hardly have been better. A rivalry renewed at Pride Park The two sides met earlier in the 2025-26 season at St Andrew’s on December 26, 2025, where they played out a 1-1 draw. That Boxing Day stalemate was the last time Paik had found the net before this match, making his nine-month wait for a goal all the more notable. Birmingham’s squad rebuild showing results This victory comes during a period of significant transition for Birmingham City. The club submitted their 2026-27 Championship squad in early September, a roster that reflects meaningful investment and strategic reshaping. Among the new arrivals is Jhon Solis, signed from Spanish side Girona for a reported fee of £6m. Davies has spoken highly of Paik’s all-around contributions from midfield, noting both his creative passing and his abili...