‘Important’ striker decision made as Bacuna changes role - Birmingham City predicted XI v Millwall - gallery
Here’s how we think Birmingham City will line up against Millwall in the Sky Bet Championship on Saturday.
Birmingham City will be eager to make it four wins out of five in the EFL Championship when they take on Millwall at St Andrew’s on Saturday afternoon.
John Eustace’s side were dealt a humbling 3-1 defeat to Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup midweek but might be content that their inevitable hiccup didn’t come in the league.
It was a glorious afternoon the last time Blues played in the Championship as new loan signing Jay Stansfield netted a stunning half-volley in the 95th minute to beat Plymouth Argyle.
Bluenoses will be hoping for more of the same on Saturday but it won’t be easy as Millwall have won two of their opening four and will be targeting a play-off spot once again.
It’s always a physical encounter against the Lions and it’ll be a tough game, no doubt. With that in mind, here’s how we think Blues will line up.
1. GK: John Ruddy
Comes back in for Neil Etheridge after missing the cup match midweek.
2. RB: Marcel Oakley
Had a mixed game against Cardiff but should be a better option at right-back than an unfamiliar Juninho Bacuna.
3. CB: Kevin Long
Putting in consistent performances every week with aerial duel wins aplenty.
4. CB: Dion Sanderson
Absolutely dominant in all areas defensively and his confidence has seemingly risen ever higher with the captain’s armband.