From three Premier League promotions to a top-half finish and two relegations, supporting Birmingham City in the early 2000s was a rollercoaster experience, to say the least.
There were plenty of highs and lows for fans of all ages as some time was spent with Blues comfortably riding the wave in England’s top tier, while other periods were battling to retain their status.
Six managers took to the helm throughout the decade, with Steve Bruce lasting the longest with nearly six full years in charge. Trevor Francis led Birmingham beyond the Milennium, while Alex McCleish saw out the final years of the 2000s.
Here are the 22 best photos we could find of Blues supporters between 2000-2010 to sum up an iconic era for the football club. See below.
Six managers took to the helm throughout the decade, with Steve Bruce lasting the longest with nearly six full years in charge. Trevor Francis led Birmingham beyond the Milennium, while Alex McCleish saw out the final years of the 2000s.
5. Bluenoses give their support from all parts of Cardiff ahead of the final
25 Feb 2001
6. Promotion to the Premier League! Fans delighted after a tense penalty shootout in the Division One play-off final vs Norwich City.
12 May 2002
7. Heartbreak – as back down Birmingham go as they are relegated at the end of the 2006/07 season
26 April 2006
8. Yoyo – Birmingham secure promotion to the Premier League at the first time of asking
6 May 2007