Mansfield v Birmingham Match Report & Stats: 1-1 – Stags Hold Championship Favourites in Tight Clash
October 26, 2024 at 4:05 pm GMT+1
| Competition | League One |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 26 October 2023 |
| Teams | Mansfield Town v Birmingham City |
| Final Score | 1-1 |
Mansfield Town battled to a commendable 1-1 draw against Championship side Birmingham City in an intense cup clash. Despite Birmingham's quality and control of possession, Mansfield’s resilience shone as they managed to secure a draw in front of their home supporters.
Mansfield v Birmingham Match Report
Birmingham took an early lead in the 10th minute when Willumsson connected with an assist from Anderson to make it 1-0. Mansfield, however, were not intimidated and steadily grew into the match, creating chances despite Birmingham’s significant control of possession. In the second half, Mansfield introduced fresh legs, with substitutions proving effective as Lucas Gregory netted the equaliser in the 63rd minute.
Despite Birmingham's best efforts to regain the lead, Mansfield’s solid defending and Pym’s reliable goalkeeping kept the visitors at bay, resulting in a fair draw.
Key Moments
- 10' – Goal (Birmingham): Willumsson scores from close range with an assist from Anderson, putting Birmingham in the lead early.
- 46' – Substitutions (Mansfield): Manager Nigel Clough makes tactical changes, including introducing Blake-Tracy and Akins, to strengthen Mansfield’s structure.
- 63' – Goal (Mansfield): Lucas Gregory levels the score for Mansfield after a scrappy sequence in the box, much to the delight of the home fans.
Stats at a Glance
| Statistic | Mansfield | Birmingham |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 29% | 71% |
| Goal Attempts | 11 | 19 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 4 |
| Corners | 3 | 6 |
| Fouls | 17 | 15 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 1 |
Lineups
Mansfield Town (3-5-2)
- Goalkeeper: Pym
- Defenders: Bowery, Oshilaja, Cargill
- Midfielders: Hewitt, Baccus, Maris, Lewis, McLaughlin (C)
- Forwards: Gregory, Evans
Substitutes: Akins, Blake-Tracy, Boateng, Flint, Quinn, Waine
Birmingham City (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Allsop
- Defenders: Laird, Davies, Klarer (C), Cochrane
- Midfielders: Iwata, Paik, Anderson, Stansfield, Willumsson
- Forward: Dykes
Substitutes: Gardner-Hickman, Harris, Leonard, May, Yokoyama, Sanderson
Pre-Match Predictions Review
- Birmingham -1 Handicap
❌ Incorrect – Birmingham were unable to win by more than one goal, as Mansfield held them to a 1-1 draw. - Birmingham to Dominate Possession
✅ Correct – Birmingham controlled 71% possession, as predicted, showcasing their strength in midfield and ball retention. - Mansfield to Struggle Defensively
❌ Incorrect – Mansfield’s defence held strong against sustained Birmingham pressure, limiting the visitors to just four shots on target.
Despite expectations that Birmingham would have the edge, Mansfield’s determination and tactical adjustments enabled them to secure a valuable draw, showcasing their resilience against a Championship-level opponent.
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