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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Birmingham City and Middlesbrough is set for 02.03.2026 at 20:00. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Birmingham City, currently sitting 11 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Middlesbrough, positioned 2, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 02.03.2026
- Kickoff: 20:00
- Favorite: Birmingham City
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 08.11.2025, finishing Middlesbrough 2-1 Birmingham City.
Birmingham City Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Birmingham City squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Birmingham City lineup today or Birmingham City starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Birmingham City home performances:
Date Event Score 21.02.2026 Norwich City vs Birmingham City 1 - 2 15.02.2026 Birmingham City vs Leeds United 1 - 1 10.02.2026 Birmingham City vs West Bromwich Albion 0 - 0
Middlesbrough Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Middlesbrough have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Championship game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 2
- Recent head-to-head record: Middlesbrough 2-1 Birmingham City
- Wins this season over Birmingham City: 17
Recent away match stats for Middlesbrough:
Date Event Score 21.02.2026 Middlesbrough vs Oxford United 0 - 0 16.02.2026 Coventry City vs Middlesbrough 3 - 1 09.02.2026 Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough 1 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 22.02.2026, odds point to Birmingham City as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Birmingham City and Middlesbrough lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
