26 September 2025 at 18:00
Match Summary
Fulham U21 defeated Birmingham City U21 3:1. The match was played in Premier League 2 Division One 2025. Goals were scored by D. Isichei 7′, F. Ali Wahid 14′, A. Loupalo-Bi 38′, A. Loupalo-Bi 45′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Birmingham City U21 made 2 substitutions, Fulham U21 made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Birmingham City U21 and Fulham U21 — 4 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Loupalo-Bi
assist: T. Olyott
assist: F. Ali Wahid
Lineups
Birmingham City U21 lined up in a — formation under Mark John Kennedy, while Fulham U21 deployed a — under Hayden Ian Mullins.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Birmingham City U21 is —, compared to 7.10 for Fulham U21. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Birmingham City U21's highest-rated starter is —, while Fulham U21's best-rated player is A. Loupalo-Bi (7.30).
Midfield Control
Birmingham City U21 field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Fulham U21's 11 rated 7.10. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Age & Experience
The average age of Birmingham City U21's starting XI is 1023.0 (youngest: B. Mayo (21), oldest: D. Isichei (2025)), while Fulham U21 average 19.5 (youngest: E. Nsasi (18), oldest: A. McNally (21)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Birmingham City U21's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 3 for Fulham U21. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Birmingham City U21 have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Fulham U21 show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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