Birmingham City Wins League One Title, Secures Promotion to Championship

Birmingham City Football Club has been crowned the champion of League One, earning promotion to the EFL Championship for the 2025-2026 season. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the club, which has a rich history dating back to 1875.
Club History and Legacy
Founded as Small Heath Alliance, the club has undergone several name changes, becoming Birmingham in 1905 and finally Birmingham City in 1943. With a legacy spanning over 140 years, Birmingham City has experienced its fair share of triumphs and setbacks. The club’s most successful period was in the 1950s and early 1960s, during which they achieved their highest finishing position of sixth in the First Division and reached the 1956 FA Cup final.
Recent Achievements
Birmingham City’s recent successes include winning the League Cup in 1963 and 2011. The club has also played in two Inter-Cities Fairs Cup finals and won the Football League Trophy twice during the 1990s. This year’s League One title win is a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication.
What’s Next?
With promotion to the Championship, Birmingham City will look to make their mark in the second tier of English football. The team’s fans, known as “Bluenoses,” will be eagerly anticipating the new season, hoping to see their team build on this momentum and achieve further success.
Team Profile
- Nickname: Blues
- Home Ground: St Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park (previously St Andrew’s Ground)
- Rivalry: Aston Villa, with whom they contest the Second City derby
- Current Status: EFL Championship (promoted from League One)¹