Birmingham v Barnsley: Championship predictions, free tips and TV details

Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Birmingham City v Barnsley in the Championship on Tuesday.

Where to watch

Sky Sports Arena, 7.45pm Tuesday

Best bet

Birmingham draw no bet
1pt 4-5 BoyleSports, Hills

Team news

Birmingham
Free-agent signing Alen Halilovic could be added to the squad and Jake Clarke-Salter (calf) was on the bench at the weekend but Josh McEachran (knee) remains sidelined.

Barnsley
Ben Williams (knee) and Jordan Green (ankle) are long-term absentees.

Match preview

Birmingham's 14 league matches this season have featured just 22 goals, the fewest in the Championship, but their safety-first approach can make them difficult to play against and they look the more likely winners at home to Barnsley.

Having fans in the stadium might put pressure on Blues boss Aitor Karanka to play a more enterprising brand of football.

But it will be a while before supporters return to St Andrew's as Birmingham is in Tier 3, and that may suit Karanka as he focuses on gaining points rather than plaudits.

Two of Birmingham's three wins have come at home and another looks possible against the Tykes, who have taken just five points from seven away games.

Barnsley have gained a reputation for playing attractive football but are often found wanting in the penalty boxes.

They lost at home to Brentford (1-0) and away to Blackburn (2-1) last week and another reverse is on the cards.

Key stat

Barnsley have kept only one clean sheet in their last eight away fixtures.

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