Birmingham City fans give verdicts as Blues hit 50 points in the Championship relegation battle

Birmingham City hit the ‘magic’ 50-point mark in the Championship on Saturday as they drew 0-0 with Stoke City – the total usually seen as well enough to protect a side from relegation.

It may not have been an entertaining fixture at St. Andrew’s but the season’s goal was reached with five games to spare.

Not only that, but Blues extended their lead over last campaign’s final tally of 47, displaying progress on the field despite struggles away from it.

Many called for manager John Eustace to be sacked a few weeks ago when Birmingham lost nine out of 11 games, but there has been a recovery recently with eight points out of the last 12 available.

Although not mathematically safe from the drop just yet, Blues have all but confirmed their Championship status for next season, when many will be hoping for a fresh slate.

Birmingham City fans react to hitting 50 points

Supporters took to Twitter after Saturday’s game to react to Blues reaching 50 points, with many delighted.

@DaveSherlock3 said: “That game was screaming out for a moment of averageness but 50 points. 9 points clear with a decent goal difference. I would have taken that at the start of the season.”

@askey_lee said: “Shocking game but got to 50 points KRO.”

@TheGJRichards said: “Definitely not a classic, but positives are we looked very solid again and we’ve hit 50 points.”

@Squareheadrick said: “Safety all but secured. Hopefully something changes this summer in terms of ownership.”

@will_heatley said: “Point is a fair result to be fair. Basically safe, and a grand day out!”