Birmingham City manager Chris Davies is optimistic about his team's prospects in the Championship following a remarkable League One season. Under his leadership, the team secured promotion with a record-breaking 111 points, winning 34 matches and achieving a league-best goal record. Davies emphasizes the importance of this rejuvenation for the club after years of instability. Now, with a possession-oriented and high-pressing style of play, Birmingham is prepared to face former Premier League team Ipswich Town in their Championship opener, building on their strong previous season performance.
It was a rejuvenation of the whole club, really. That was so enjoyable after so many years in the doldrums, poor leadership and ownership, and just chaos.
You want to try to make an impact straight away, and I saw that opportunity here. I feel better being a manager. It is more consuming but less stressful. You are not second-guessing yourself.
Birmingham City in 2024/25 rank just fourth in the list of teams with the most possession across a season in England's top four tiers since 2013/14, with 67.15%.
Davies guided Birmingham to promotion last season with 111 points - the highest points total in English football history - winning 34 of 46 matches while scoring a league-best 84 goals and conceding just 31.
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